Test Lead - SAP S/4HANA Rollout

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Minato-Ku, Osaka, JPN
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Information Technology • Professional Services • Software • Consulting
The Role
Leads the end-to-end testing lifecycle for a global SAP S/4HANA rollout, including strategy, planning, execution, automation, defect management, risk mitigation, and quality assurance. Coordinates multinational teams and stakeholders across business and technical functions, manages testing resources and schedules, and communicates progress in Japanese and English. Oversees functional, integration, regression, UAT, performance, and non-functional testing while mentoring global testers.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are seeking a highly experienced Global Test Lead to oversee and manage the testing lifecycle of a large-scale S4/HANA ERP rollout. The ideal candidate will be a Japanese speaker with bilingual proficiency (Japanese and English), demonstrating strong expertise in SAP implementations, testing strategies, and cross-functional collaboration within complex, multinational environments.

Key Responsibilities:
Test Management & Leadership:

  • Define, implement, and manage the overall test strategy, including unit, integration, regression, UAT, and performance testing for the S4/HANA rollout.
  • Coordinate with global and regional teams to align test plans and execution schedules across multiple geographies and business units. 
  • Lead test planning, prioritization, and resource allocation to ensure adherence to project timelines and quality standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Act as the primary liaison between functional, technical, and business teams to address test requirements, dependencies, and defect resolution. 
  • Collaborate with business users, key stakeholders, and the PMO to ensure alignment of testing objectives and business needs. 
  • Communicate progress, risks, and mitigation plans effectively to stakeholders in both Japanese and English. 

Test Execution & Quality Assurance 

  • Oversee the execution of test cases, scripts, and scenarios, ensuring comprehensive coverage of functional, non-functional, and technical requirements. 
  • Manage defect triaging, reporting, and resolution to maintain project momentum. 
  • Ensure compliance with SAP and organizational best practices for testing and quality assurance. 

Team Management:

  • Lead a global team of testers, ensuring coordination and consistency across onshore, nearshore, and offshore resources. 
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to team members on testing methodologies, tools and best practices. 
Tools & Automation:
  • Leverage tools like SAP Solution Manager, Tricentis Tosca, or equivalent for test management and automation. 
  • Drive initiatives to automate repetitive test cases to improve efficiency and reduce manual efforts. 
Risk Management:
  • Identify and proactively mitigate risks related to testing, data, or environment readiness. 
  • Develop contingency plans to address potential testing bottlenecks or delays. 



Requirements

Mandatory Requirements:

  • Preferable Japanese speaker with business-level English proficiency (written and spoken). 
  • 10+ years of experience in test management for ERP implementations, including at least 3 years with SAP S4/HANA rollouts. 
  • Strong understanding of SAP modules and end-to-end processes in large-scale ERP deployments. 
  • Proven ability to work across multinational teams and geographies, managing culturally diverse teams. 

Technical Expertise: 

  • Hands-on experience with test management tools Tricentis Tosca, or similar. 
  • Knowledge of test automation frameworks and methodologies. 
  • Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager for test suite management. 

Soft Skills: 

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills. 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. 
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with tight deadlines. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Certification in SAP S4/HANA or related modules. 
  • ISTQB or equivalent testing certification. 
  • Experience working within regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceuticals, manufacturing). 



Skills Required

  • Business-level English proficiency, written and spoken
  • Japanese language proficiency
  • 10+ years of test management experience for ERP implementations
  • At least 3 years of experience with SAP S/4HANA rollouts
  • Strong understanding of SAP modules and end-to-end processes in large-scale ERP deployments
  • Experience working across multinational teams and geographies
  • Experience managing culturally diverse teams
  • Hands-on experience with Tricentis Tosca or a similar test management tool
  • Knowledge of test automation frameworks and methodologies
  • Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager for test suite management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines
  • SAP S/4HANA or related module certification
  • ISTQB or equivalent testing certification
  • Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or manufacturing
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