ERP Support Analyst – Durban
IT
KZN
Reports To: IT & AI Manager
Hours (Mon–Fri: 08:00 to 16:30, Sat: 08:00 to 13:00)
Main Purpose:
- Provide L1/L2 ERP support, execute SQL scripts, and assist with SAP Business One configurations.
- Light L1 hardware support (peripheral setup, basic imaging, password resets) to maintain foundational skills for potential future insourcing.
Key Responsibilities:
ERP Support & Execution (Primary – ~80%):
- Provide L1/L2 support for ERP and other app environments.
- Execute pre-approved SQL queries, stored procedures, and data fixes under supervision.
- Assist with ERP user onboarding, role assignments, and basic configuration.
Light L1 Hardware Support (Secondary – ~20%):
- Assist with basic workstation setup: OS imaging, peripheral configuration, user account creation.
- Perform password resets, software installations, and basic troubleshooting for hardware issues.
- Escalate all L2/L3 hardware/network issues to external provider(s) immediately.
- Document hardware interactions in Helpdesk to inform future insourcing decisions.
- Maintain Asset Register.
Helpdesk & Task Management:
- Use the Helpdesk System to log, track, and manage all tickets, support requests, and hardware tasks.
- Assist general IT support team tickets during low volume periods.
- Adhere to Helpdesk SLAs for ticket response and resolution.
Governance & Version Control (Learning Focus):
- All scripts/code must be stored in GitHub. Training will be provided if needed.
- No production changes without approval from the IT & AI Manager.
- Document all changes for audit and knowledge transfer.
Reporting & Testing:
- Assist in building basic Power BI reports and Excel dashboards under guidance.
- Perform UAT testing for ERP patches, updates, and minor developments.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with the IT Developer & Automation Engineer on ERP-triggered automation testing.
- Mentor Interns on basic ERP navigation and L1 support.
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in IT.
- 3+ Years (Minimum) in IT support or ERP exposure (SAP Business One preferred).
- SQL (Intermediate), SAP B1 navigation (Sales/Purchase/Inventory modules), basic hardware troubleshooting.
- Power Platform basics, API awareness, Git/GitHub familiarity, Windows imaging tools.
- Willing to learn version control, documentation standards, and structured development practices.
- Comfortable working within a ticketing system to manage workflow and priorities.
Performance Metrics:
Ticket Resolution Time – As per Helpdesk SLA.
SQL Script Accuracy – Zero production errors from unapproved changes
Governance Compliance – 100% of scripts in GitHub; 100% of production changes approved
Helpdesk SLA Adherence >90% of tickets updated within SLA
Hardware Task Volume <20% of total logged tasks (monitor for insourcing data)

