We are looking for an experienced SAP S/4HANA Test Lead to support a contract assignment based in Ontario. This role will shape and guide the testing approach for a fast-paced project, ensuring plans, tools, and execution activities are organized effectively. The successful candidate will work closely with project stakeholders, coordinate testing efforts across multiple workstreams, and provide clear visibility into progress, risks, and issue resolution.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and formalize the overall testing approach, including standards, timelines, and execution methods for the project.
- Establish practical test processes and select suitable tools to support script management, execution tracking, and reporting.
- Lead the creation of end-to-end test scenarios and detailed test scripts, ensuring required test data is identified and prepared.
- Oversee defect management activities by following up on issues, challenging delays, and helping drive timely resolution with delivery partners.
- Partner with teams involved in data migration, system interfaces, and business operations to align testing scope and dependencies.
- Track testing status against project milestones, provide regular updates to project leadership, and escalate concerns when needed.
- Facilitate working sessions with key users and other stakeholders to keep test execution focused, coordinated, and productive.
- Contribute to risk mitigation and problem-solving efforts by identifying obstacles early and supporting practical action plans.
- Demonstrated experience leading testing activities for SAP S/4HANA or other complex enterprise system implementations.
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance practices, including test strategy development, script creation, execution oversight, and defect management.
- Hands-on experience with tools and processes related to test cases, bug tracking, and reporting, including platforms such as Jira and spreadsheet-based trackers.
- Ability to apply proven testing best practices quickly in a compressed project timeline.
- Comfortable working on site in the West End of Ontario three days per week to support collaboration with key users and project teams.
- Strong communication and facilitation skills with the ability to coordinate cross-functional groups and lead focused working sessions.
- Familiarity with broader testing and technology concepts such as automation frameworks, backend systems, and quality assurance methodologies is considered an asset.
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