SAP Test Manager (all genders)

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

The SAP Test Management Team is the gatekeeper of quality, overseeing that changes and enhancements to the SAP landscape are thoroughly tested and validated. As SAP Test Manager, you become part of this team to play a pivotal role in ensuring the robustness and efficiency of SAP processes through effective test management, stakeholder engagement, continuous improvement, and technical proficiency.
As the SAP Test Manager in an individual contributor role, you are part of projects where you are responsible for the complete testing lifecycle of business processes within the SAP environment according to the testing frameworks & methodologies. This role involves designing, implementing and adjusting effective testing strategies, collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring that all testing outcomes align with defined business objectives and customer needs and providing sufficient reporting.

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• Define and manage the testing strategy and execution for mid-complex SAP implementations and upgrades, ensuring quality delivery in alignment with business goals.

• Develop and oversee test plans, cases, and schedules, ensuring comprehensive test coverage across functional, integration, regression, and performance testing.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including SAP functional consultants, developers, and business stakeholders, to understand requirements and drive effective test planning.

• Promote continuous improvement within the testing function, incorporating lessons learned from previous projects and market best practices.

• Ensure adherence to best practices in test management, including defect tracking, risk analysis, and reporting.

• Act as a key point of contact for all testing activities, providing updates on progress, risks, and issues to project stakeholders.

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory and industry standards where applicable.

• You have extensive experience (3+ years) in test management with a focus on SAP projects such as  S/4HANA

• You are skilled in defining and implementing test strategies for SAP implementations, integrations, and upgrades.

• Proficiency in capacity estimation and resource planning for test management activities.

• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to application and business process testing and quality assurance.

• You possess solid knowledge of SAP ERP modules and processes, with the ability to analyze complex business requirements and translate them into testing scenarios.

• You are proficient in using test management tools such as SAP Solution Manager, Cloud ALM, or similar platforms.

• Proven ability to manage and prioritize testing backlogs, aligning with project requirements and business objectives.

• You excel in stakeholder communication, risk management, and delivering clear, actionable reports to executive teams. You are able to effectively communicate complex testing concepts and strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Excellent communication and presentation skills to facilitate discussions, conduct training sessions, and present test reports and findings to stakeholders.

• You thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and have a passion for delivering high-quality solutions.
   

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer:

• 27 days of holiday a year to start for full-time employees (+1 day for every calendar year up to 30 days)

• 2 paid volunteering days a year

• Employee shares programme

• 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partners

• Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

• Family services, including counselling and support

• Health and wellbeing options (including Wellhub, formerly Gympass)

• Mental health support and coaching available

• Drive your development through our training platform and biannual peer-to-peer review