Frequently Asked Questions

The Pronto Xi talent pool is small and Australia-specific, there's no global market to draw from. Most experienced practitioners are already employed, not actively searching, and won't respond to a job ad. Finding them requires direct relationships built over years in the Pronto community. That's SAAPRO's core advantage: 15 years of continuous presence in the Pronto network means we know who is available, who would consider moving, and who is the right fit before we've even started a search.

Pronto Xi only. By specialising exclusively in one platform, our network is deeper, our candidate assessment is more accurate, and our time-to-fill is faster than generalist recruiters who cover dozens of ERP systems. If you run Pronto Xi, we know your world precisely.

For urgent contract requirements, we can typically present shortlisted candidates within 48-72 hours from our established network. Standard permanent searches take one to three weeks depending on seniority and specialisation. Because we work exclusively in Pronto Xi, we're not starting from scratch on every brief.

We understand that project delays and key-person dependencies can have a significant business impact. Contact us with your requirements and we will advise on the fastest available options from our active network.

Timeframes vary depending on seniority, specialisation, location, and market conditions. For active contract roles, candidates can be shortlisted within 48–72 hours. Permanent searches typically run one to three weeks. We provide honest timeline guidance at the start of every search.

We source and place across the full Pronto Xi skills spectrum: Business Analysts, Functional Consultants, Support Analysts, 4GL Developers, ERP Managers, Systems Administrators, Financial Controllers with Pronto expertise, and Project Managers with ERP delivery experience. If the role touches Pronto Xi, we can fill it.

Every candidate is assessed by consultants with direct Pronto Xi experience. We verify module depth, environment scale (users, sites, complexity), implementation and project history, industry background, and conduct structured reference checks. We don't forward CVs based on keyword matches. Every candidate we present has been personally assessed.

A role brief covering: the core Pronto modules involved, the size and structure of your environment, engagement type (contract, permanent, or augmentation), timeline and urgency, location and remote flexibility, and budget or rate range. The more specific you can be, the faster the match. We can help structure the brief if you're starting from scratch.

Beyond recruitment and resourcing, we can connect you with experienced Pronto consultants and specialists to support implementations, upgrades, reporting, integrations, and optimisation projects.

No. There is no upfront fee, retainer, or commitment required to begin a search. For permanent placements, our fee is a percentage of first-year salary, payable only on successful placement. For contract and augmentation arrangements, we charge a margin on the daily rate, agreed transparently before any search begins.

For permanent placements, we offer a replacement guarantee period, if the candidate leaves or is let go within the agreed timeframe, we conduct a replacement search at no additional fee. Terms are agreed upfront. For contract arrangements, transitions can typically be managed quickly given our active network.

We operate discreetly by default. We don't publish your vacancy publicly without your approval, we tap our existing network before any external advertising, and candidate briefings are structured to protect commercially sensitive information about your business or team structure.

Yes, and the cause is almost always the same: a generalist recruiter placing someone with generic ERP experience but limited or no actual Pronto Xi depth. Our assessment process is specifically designed to surface this before placement, not after. We're happy to talk through what went wrong and how our approach differs.

Pronto Xi is an Australian-built ERP concentrated almost entirely in the domestic market, used by large employers including Metcash, Compass Group, and GrainCorp. The talent pool is small relative to the number of active installations, which keeps Pronto Xi professionals in sustained demand and supports strong salaries and contractor rates.

SAP and Oracle have larger global job markets but far more candidates competing for each role. Pronto Xi has a smaller, Australia-focused market with a significantly thinner talent pool. That supply-demand imbalance gives experienced Pronto Xi professionals strong negotiating leverage on both salary and rate, and makes specialist recruiters like SAAPRO more effective than job boards at surfacing the right role.

The most common entry paths are from MYOB Exo, Microsoft Dynamics, or finance and accounting systems roles. Transferable skills include module knowledge (GL, AP, AR, inventory), SQL proficiency, and business analysis experience. SAAPRO actively helps candidates bridge into Pronto Xi. Contact us to discuss your background and we can identify where the gaps are and how to close them.

We are actively hiring for:

• Pronto Xi ERP Business Analyst(Sydney & Melbourne) — up to $170K + super + bonus
• Pronto Xi ERP Support Analyst
• Pronto 4GL Developer
• Financial Controller (Pronto)
• Pronto ERP Manager / Enterprise Systems Lead
• Pronto Xi Systems Administrator & IT Infrastructure Lead

All current listings are at saapro.net/careers.

Senior roles such as Business Analyst and ERP Manager typically range from $140K to $180K+ including superannuation, with bonuses for some positions. Mid-level Support Analyst roles sit lower depending on scope and user base. SAAPRO can provide a confidential market rate benchmark for your specific experience level. Email pronto@saapro.net.

Experienced Pronto Xi contractors typically command between $900 and $1,400 per day depending on specialisation, module depth, and engagement type. 4GL developers and senior functional consultants supporting large multi-site environments tend to sit at the upper end. These are indicative market rates. SAAPRO can advise on current rates for your profile.

We place candidates into permanent employment, fixed-term contracts, staff augmentation, and outsourced arrangements. If you're open to more than one engagement type, let us know. It broadens the opportunities we can match you with.

Most roles are in Sydney (NSW), Melbourne (VIC), Brisbane (QLD), or Perth (WA), where Pronto Xi adoption is highest. Our office is in Chatswood, NSW. Some roles support hybrid or flexible arrangements once onboarding is complete; fully remote positions exist but are role-specific.

Hybrid arrangements are available for most roles after the initial onboarding or probation period. Fully remote positions are assessed case-by-case. Check individual role listings or ask us directly when you apply.

Visa sponsorship is determined by the end client, not SAAPRO directly, and varies by role. Some clients will sponsor 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visas for candidates with strong Pronto Xi credentials where local talent is unavailable. If you're overseas or on a visa and have relevant Pronto Xi experience, contact us. We'll tell you honestly whether sponsorship is realistic for a given role.

It depends on the role. Business Analyst and ERP Manager positions require 5–7+ years of hands-on Pronto Xi experience. Support Analyst roles suit candidates with solid working knowledge across core modules. 4GL Developer roles require demonstrated development experience in the Pronto 4GL language. If you're unsure whether your level fits, email us. We'll give you a straight answer.

The highest-demand module knowledge across current roles:

• General Ledger, AP/AR, Fixed Assets, Cash Management
• Inventory, Purchasing, Sales
• Manufacturing (MRP, BOM, Routing)
• Warehouse Management
• BI reporting via Phocas and Cognos

Candidates with both financial module depth and manufacturing or distribution exposure are especially scarce and well-compensated.

Senior finance-facing roles such as Business Analyst prefer a degree in accounting, finance, or information systems, and a CPA or CA qualification is a strong differentiator. For technical roles like 4GL Developer, demonstrated project experience carries more weight than credentials. For support roles, Pronto Xi hands-on experience is the primary requirement.

Two reasons that matter to candidates. First, SAAPRO only works in Pronto Xi, our team understands your skills accurately, represents you credibly to clients, and matches you to roles where you'll genuinely succeed, not just ones where your CV keywords pass a filter. Second, we have relationships with clients who don't advertise publicly, which means access to roles a job board search will never surface.

We invest in our consultants' growth through Pronto Xi training resources, access to diverse client environments across manufacturing, distribution, and retail, and direct mentorship from senior Pronto practitioners. Whether you want to deepen functional expertise, move into a leadership role, or shift from support into consulting, we actively support those transitions, not just fill the immediate opening.

No. Your negotiated rate is your rate. SAAPRO charges the client a margin on top of what you receive, so your take-home is never reduced by a recruiter's fee. Your day rate or salary is agreed transparently between you and SAAPRO before your CV is presented to any client, with no surprises at offer stage.