Role: SAP S/4HANA Test Manager
Location: UK or SA
Engagement: Contract
Start: TBC
Role Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP S/4HANA Test Manager to lead testing delivery within a large-scale global SAP transformation programme. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for planning, governing, and executing testing activities across SAP and non-SAP workstreams, ensuring quality, release readiness, and successful go-live outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end test delivery from planning through go-live and hypercare.
- Develop integrated test plans, schedules, quality gates, and governance frameworks.
- Lead SIT, UAT, regression, data migration, cutover, and non-functional testing activities.
- Manage defects, risks, dependencies, and executive-level test reporting.
- Coordinate environments, test data, releases, and cutover rehearsals.
- Drive test automation and reusable regression frameworks using Tricentis or similar tools.
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple suppliers and stakeholders.
- Provide evidence-based go/no-go recommendations and quality assurance insights.
Essential Skills & Experience
- 10+ years in Testing/QA, including 5+ years leading enterprise SAP testing programmes.
- Proven experience delivering at least two SAP S/4HANA implementations, rollouts, or conversions.
- Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, RISE with SAP, testing lifecycles, and release readiness.
- Experience across SIT, UAT, regression, cutover, and data migration testing.
- Strong understanding of SAP business processes, particularly Finance and Procurement. Exposure to Manufacturing, Logistics, or Supply Chain is advantageous.
- Experience with SAP Cloud ALM, enterprise test management tools, and defect governance.
- Tricentis Tosca experience highly desirable.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
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SAP S/4HANA Test Manager employer: Inspired Testing
Inspired Testing is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration, making it a fantastic place for a Strategic Account Growth Manager to thrive. With a strong focus on employee development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a supportive work culture that encourages creativity and teamwork. Located in the UK, our dynamic environment fosters meaningful client relationships while providing the tools and resources necessary for success.
