Position Title: SAP Lead

Location: Africa (Flexible within key markets)

Company: Spiro

About Spiro:

Spiro is transforming the way energy and technology power growth across Africa. Recently recognized as a TIME100 Most Influential Company, Spiro is on a mission to deliver innovative, scalable solutions that drive sustainability, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. Join us as we build the future.

Role Overview:

Spiro is seeking an experienced SAP Lead to oversee and drive SAP initiatives across multiple modules. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in SAP MM (Materials Management), SAP FICO (Finance and Controlling), SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), and SAP PP/QM (Production Planning/Quality Management). This is a strategic role, critical to optimizing and aligning SAP systems with our dynamic business needs across Africa.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end SAP project implementations, upgrades, and optimizations across all relevant modules.
• Collaborate closely with business and technical teams to gather requirements, define solutions, and ensure seamless integration across SAP systems.
• Oversee the configuration, customization, and deployment of SAP MM, FICO, SD, PP/QM modules.
• Act as the primary point of contact for SAP-related queries, issues, and enhancements.
• Develop and enforce SAP best practices, standards, and governance processes.
• Manage external SAP partners and consultants where necessary.
• Train and mentor internal teams to build SAP competencies within Spiro.
• Provide thought leadership on leveraging SAP to drive operational efficiencies and business insights.

Key Requirements:

• 8+ years of hands-on SAP experience across multiple modules (MM, FICO, SD, PP/QM).
• Proven experience leading SAP projects in fast-paced, multi-country environments (experience in Africa is highly preferred).
• Strong understanding of SAP integration points and business process flows.
• Ability to translate complex business needs into technical solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• SAP certifications in any relevant modules will be a strong advantage.
• Experience in industries such as energy, manufacturing, mobility, or technology is a plus.

What We Offer:

• A chance to be part of a TIME100 Most Influential Company making real impact across Africa.
• Dynamic and multicultural team environment.
• Opportunities for growth, leadership, and regional exposure.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their SAP experience to estelle.opondo@spironet.com