Senior Manager-SAP S/4 Hana Test Management

Position Title: SAP S/4 Hana Test ManagementPosition Location: GurgaonRequisition ID: 35359Role OverviewA Senior SAP S/4HANA Test Management Manager is responsible for overseeing the testing lifecycle of SAP S/4HANA 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 & PlanningDevelop comprehensive test strategies for SAP S/4HANA 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 DevOps.Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in industries such as manufacturing, finance, healthcare, and retail.2. Test Execution & Defect ManagementOversee 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 AssuranceEstablish a test governance framework to standardize testing policies and procedures across SAP S/4HANA 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 ManagementLead 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 ImprovementDrive test automation adoption to improve efficiency and reduce manual testing efforts.Implement CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) practices for SAP S/4HANA 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 & CertificationsBachelor'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/4HANA Testing or SAP Solution Manager are a plus.Experience10+ years of experience in SAP testing and test management, with a focus on SAP S/4HANA 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, DevOps, and SAFe methodologies in SAP projects.Experience in leading global testing teams, including onshore/offshore coordination.Technical & Functional SkillsIn-depth knowledge of SAP S/4HANA 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 (SolMan) for test management, defect tracking, and business process monitoring.Expertise in API testing, performance testing, and security testing for SAP applications.Soft SkillsStrong 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 QualificationsExperience working in SAP S/4HANA Cloud environments.Knowledge of RPA (Robotic Process Automation) for SAP testing.Familiarity with SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) and SAP AI-driven testing tools.