Senior manager-sap s/4 hana test management

Position Title: SAP S/4 Hana Test ManagementPosition Location: GurgaonRequisition ID: 35359Role OverviewA Senior SAP S/4 HANA Test Management Manager is responsible for overseeing the testing lifecycle of SAP S/4 HANA implementations and upgrades. This role ensures that all SAP solutions meet high-quality standards before deployment, mitigating risks associated with system failures or defects. The Senior Manager will define test strategies, manage test execution, lead cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with industry best practices.Key Responsibilities1. Test Strategy & Planning- Develop comprehensive test strategies for SAP S/4 HANA projects, ensuring alignment with business requirements, system architecture, and project timelines.- Define test scope, objectives, and methodologies, ensuring full coverage of functional, integration, and performance testing.- Establish testing best practices and methodologies based on industry standards such as ISTQB®, Agile, and Dev Ops.- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in industries such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and retail.2. Test Execution & Defect Management- Oversee functional, integration, regression, performance, and user acceptance testing (UAT).- Utilize test automation tools (e.g., SAP Solution Manager, Signavio, Tricentis Tosca, Tricentis Neoload, HP ALM, JIRA) to streamline test execution.- Monitor test execution progress, ensuring on-time completion of test cycles while identifying bottlenecks.- Manage defect tracking and resolution processes, collaborating with development, SAP functional, and business teams to ensure timely fixes and revalidation.- Ensure end-to-end traceability between test cases, requirements, and defects.3. Test Governance & Quality Assurance- Establish a test governance framework to standardize testing policies and procedures across SAP S/4 HANA projects.- Define and track key quality metrics (e.g., defect density, test coverage, pass/fail rates).- Perform risk-based testing assessments, identifying critical areas that require focused testing efforts.- Ensure rigorous security and compliance testing, particularly for industries with data protection regulations (GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, etc.).4. Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management- Lead and mentor onshore and offshore test teams, ensuring productivity and efficiency in testing efforts.- Collaborate with SAP consultants, business analysts, functional teams, and project managers to ensure smooth communication across teams.- Act as the primary point of contact for executives, business stakeholders, and IT teams, providing regular updates on testing progress and risk assessments.- Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfer workshops to enhance team capabilities in SAP testing methodologies.5. Test Automation & Continuous Improvement- Drive test automation adoption to improve efficiency and reduce manual testing efforts.- Implement CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) practices for SAP S/4 HANA testing.- Explore AI/ML-driven testing solutions to enhance predictive analytics in test case execution.- Continuously refine test strategies based on lessons learned from previous projects and industry advancements.Required Qualifications & ExperienceEducation & Certifications- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.- ISTQB® Advanced Level Test Manager certification is highly desirable.- SAP-related certifications such as SAP S/4 HANA Testing or SAP Solution Manager are a plus.Experience- 10+ years of experience in SAP testing and test management, with a focus on SAP S/4 HANA implementations in Global, multi lingual roll out model.- Extensive experience in managing end-to-end SAP testing lifecycles, including greenfield, brownfield, and hybrid implementations.- Strong and comprehensive expertise in test automation tools, including but not limited to Tricentis Tosca, Tricentis Neoload, HP ALM, and Selenium.- Hands-on experience with Agile, Dev Ops, and SAFe methodologies in SAP projects.- Experience in leading global testing teams, including onshore/offshore coordination.Technical & Functional Skills- In-depth knowledge of SAP S/4 HANA modules (e.g., Finance (FI), Supply Chain (SCM), Manufacturing (PP, MM), Sales & Distribution (SD), Procurement, HR etc.).- Strong understanding of SAP Fiori, ABAP, and integrations with third-party applications.- Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager (Sol Man) for test management, defect tracking, and business process monitoring.- Expertise in API testing, performance testing, and security testing for SAP applications.Soft Skills- Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.- Effective communication and presentation skills for executive-level reporting.- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects under tight deadlines.Preferred Qualifications- Experience working in SAP S/4 HANA Cloud environments.- Knowledge of RPA (Robotic Process Automation) for SAP testing.- Familiarity with SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) and SAP AI-driven testing tools.