SAP Test Manager (Governance, Strategy & Automation Lead) (f/m/div.)

We are seeking a seasoned SAP Test Manager to lead enterprise-wide test governance, strategy, and automation initiatives for large-scale SAP transformation program . This role will ensure end-to-end quality across digital core transformation, including data integrations, Fiori enablement, and global template rollouts.

A key expectation of this role is to define and drive the test automation strategy , with strong expertise in Worksoft Certify , along with governance of OpenText ALM , SAP Solution Manager Test Suite , Jira , and executive dashboarding via Power BI .

Your contribution to something big:  

1. SAP Test Strategy & Governance

• Define enterprise-wide SAP (ECC & S/4 HANA) test strategy covering: End-to-end business processes; RICEFW objects; SAP Fiori applications; Cross-system integrations (SAP & Non-SAP)
• Establish governance model aligned with SAP Activate methodology phases.
• Define regression strategy for ECC to S/4 coexistence landscapes.
• Support quality gates, defining and delivering KPIs, risk frameworks, rules and controls.

1. Automation Strategy & Leadership (Worksoft Certify)

• Define and implement enterprise test automation roadmap.
• Lead automation design using Worksoft Certify for:
• End-to-end process automation
• Regression pack automation
• Data-driven test scenarios
• Fiori and GUI automation
• Establish automation coverage targets and ROI tracking.
• Integrate automation suite with:
• OT ALM / SolMan / Jira for traceability
• Drive reduction of manual regression effort and improve efficiency.
• Mentor automation architects and build internal automation capability.

1. End-to-End Transformation Test Management

• Oversee complete lifecycle of SAP projects:
• System Integration Testing (SIT)
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
• Regression (Manual & Automated)
• Integration Testing (SAP & Non-SAP)
• Performance & Volume Testing
• Go-live Testing
• Lead defect triage governance and risk-based prioritization.
• Ensure production defect leakage is minimized.

1. Tools & ALM Governance

• Govern and optimize usage of:
• OpenText ALM (OT ALM)
• SAP Solution Manager (SolMan – Test Suite)
• JIRA
• Ensure requirement-to-defect traceability across tools.
• Establish harmonized reporting model across global SAP projects.

1. Reporting & Executive Dashboards

• Develop real-time dashboards in Microsoft Power BI for:
• Overall Test status across projects
• Automation progress status
• Regression execution trends
• Defect leakage metrics
• Go-live readiness KPIs
• Provide Steering Committee-level quality insights and predictive risk indicators.

1. Stakeholder & Vendor Leadership

• Collaborate with Program Directors, Project Managers, Business Process Owners, Functional Leads,  Automation Partners and business users across regions.
• Prepare and Deliver stakeholder reports providing complete transparency.
• Support project managers to conduct go/no-go assessments.

What distinguishes you:  

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a comparable field

Experience

• Extensive experience in SAP Testing and Quality Assurance
• Several years in Test Management or Test Governance roles
• Proven involvement in full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementations or conversions
• Experience working in global, distributed environments

Know-how

• Strong expertise in SAP test automation, especially with Worksoft Certify
• Experience designing automation frameworks and optimizing regression testing
• Familiarity with tools such as OpenText ALM, SAP Solution Manager (Test Suite & ChaRM), JIRA, and Power BI
• Knowledge of SAP modules (e.g., FICO, MM, SD, PP, EWM) is a plus

Languages

• Fluent in English

Working Style and Methods

• Structured, analytical, and results-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments
• Strong collaboration skills in cross-functional and international teams

Personality

• Confident communicator with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
• Inclusive mindset and openness to different perspectives
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and resilient

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Work #LikeABosch includes

• ⚖️ Flexible work conditions
• 🔀 Hybrid work system
• 🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world
• 🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)
• 📚 Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications
• 📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development
• 💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products
• 🏋️ Sports and health related activities
• 💰 Flexible benefits platform
• 🅿️ Free parking lot
• 🍽️ Canteen
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