Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsDefine & lead the test strategy for SAP solutionsOwnership of SIT, UAT and regression testingAbout Our ClientThe organisation operates in the Business Services industry in Bracknell.Job DescriptionManage UAT and Regression testing across multiple domains.Validate SIT deliverables from delivery vendorsDefine, document, and own the project test plans, approach, and governance framework across projects and releases,Develop and maintain detailed test plans, schedules, and resourcing models, ensuring alignment with overall delivery and release objectives.Establish and enforce testing standards, frameworks, methodologies, and tools, including test automation where appropriate.Ensure clear entry/exit criteria are agreed and adhered to for all test phases; provide go/no-go recommendations based on results and risk.Lead risk-based testing, identifying, managing, and mitigating quality risks throughout the lifecycle.Collaborate closely with development teams, architects, business analysts, product owners, release managers, and other stakeholders to ensure testing is integrated into the delivery pipeline.Validate integration architecture mainly between SAP and third-party platforms, ensuring testability is built into system designAssess and challenge architectural decisions that may compromise system stability, resilience, or long-term maintainability, acting as a technical authority who can push back on poor design choices.Design and execute resilience testing to ensure primary systems maintain functionality when ancillary systems fail or experience degradation, including verification of failover mechanisms, circuit breakers, and graceful degradation patternsAnalyse functional and non-functional requirements for completeness, testability, and alignment with system goals, identifying and articulating gaps in requirements including performance, scalability, reliability, and usability considerationsChallenge ambiguous or incomplete specifications before development begins and ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects.Provide high-quality test documentation, including strategies, plans, test cases, results, and closure reports, tailored for both technical and senior business audiences.Manage defect lifecycle, prioritization, and resolution, ensuring issues are tracked and closed effectively.Oversee test environment requirements, readiness, and availability, coordinating with infrastructure and operations teams.Drive continuous improvement in testing practices, tools, automation coverage, and reporting.Act as a single point of accountability for test delivery within the programme, ensuring alignment to release and business outcomes.Serve as the guardian of system stability, ensuring software systems and integrations are production-ready before hardware and vehicle-level testing beginsGuide business test users and promote a culture of quality across the programme.The Successful ApplicantA successful 'SAP Test Manager' should have:RequiredISTQB or ISEB Foundation Level certification, or an equivalent recognised software testing qualification.Demonstrable SAP test management experience, including ownership of SIT, UAT and regression testing.Proven experience of leading testing within a complex software development and systems integration environment.Demonstrable experience of defining and implementing test strategies, plans, governance frameworks and quality standards.Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles, including Agile and Waterfall delivery, and how testing is integrated within them.Experience of assessing functional and non-functional requirements for completeness, testability and traceability.Knowledge of resilience principles and experience of designing or overseeing resilience testing scenarios.Experience of managing defects, test environments, quality risks and release-readiness reporting.Experience of test automation tools, frameworks and practices, with the ability to identify proportionate opportunities for automation.Ability to produce clear, concise test documentation and communicate complex technical risks to technical and non-technical audiences.Ability to lead and coordinate internal teams, suppliers and stakeholders within a matrix environment, using sound judgement and constructive challenge.Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, application development and systems integration.DesirableExperience of testing connected car services or other software used within an automotive environment.Knowledge of security, performance and compliance testing.Experience of working within a European or international business environment involving multiple suppliers.Proficiency in modern test management, automation and reporting tools.Experience of working in a customer-facing or business-partnering role.What's on OfferTemporary contract for intially 6 months.Daily rate of £500-550 a day Inside IR35, dependent on the level of experience.Role based in Bracknell - 2 days a week in the office required.If you're interested in this role, apply now.People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.ContactAlyx RowlandQuote job refJN-102026-7128759Phone number+44 207 269 2215Job summaryJob functionTechnologySubsectorIT Systems & TestingSectorIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereBracknellContract typeTemporaryConsultant nameAlyx RowlandConsultant phone+44 207 269 2215Job referenceJN-102026-7128759
