25-160 SAP Implementation Test Lead

Job Description

Title: SAP Implementation Test Lead

Resume Due Date: Monday October 6 2025 (5:00PM EST) Number of Vacancies: 2

Level: MP6

Duration: 24 months

Hours of work:40

Location: CHQ & 700U (Hybrid 2 days remote)

Job Overview

As an SAP Implementation Test Lead at OPG you will play a critical leadership role in planning coordinating and executing end-to-end testing activities for SAP implementation projects. You will work closely with business stakeholders project managers functional and technical teams and third-party partners to ensure the quality reliability and performance of SAP solutions. Your expertise in SAP testing methodologies tools and best practices will drive operational excellence and successful program delivery as part of OPGs Strategic Transformation Roadmap (STR).

Key Responsibilities:

Test Strategy Planning & Leadership:

Develop and maintain comprehensive SAP testing strategies plans and schedules covering all phases of testing (unit integration system regression UAT performance and cutover).

Lead and coordinate the end-to-end SAP testing lifecycle including test preparation execution defect management and reporting.

Define and manage test environments data and tools to support efficient and effective testing.

Provide leadership and mentorship to test analysts and business testers fostering a high-performance and collaborative environment.

Serve as the primary point of contact for all SAP testing activities issues and escalations.

Quality Assurance & Stakeholder Engagement:

Collaborate with business process owners functional consultants developers and third-party vendors to ensure test coverage aligns with business requirements and solution design.

Develop and review test cases scripts and scenarios to ensure comprehensive validation of SAP processes integrations and custom developments.

Oversee defect triage resolution and retesting activities ensuring timely closure and root-cause analysis.

Facilitate test status meetings defect review sessions and stakeholder communications.

Ensure all testing activities comply with OPGs governance risk and quality standards.

Continuous Improvement & Tool Adoption:

Champion the adoption of SAP testing tools (e.g. SAP Solution Manager HP ALM Tricentis Tosca Worksoft etc.) and automation where applicable.

Drive continuous improvement in testing processes metrics and documentation.

Stay current with SAP testing trends tools and methodologies sharing best practices and lessons learned across the organization.

Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology Engineering or related field.

8 years of experience in SAP testing including at least 3 years in a test lead or test manager role on large-scale SAP implementation or upgrade projects.

Proven experience designing and executing test strategies for SAP S/4HANA and/or ECC environments including integrations with third-party systems.

Deep understanding of SAP modules end-to-end business processes and testing requirements (FI/CO MM SD PM EAM SCM HR etc.).

Hands-on experience with SAP testing tools (e.g. Solution Manager HP ALM Tricentis Tosca Worksoft) and test automation frameworks.

Experience with agile waterfall and hybrid delivery methodologies.

Strong analytical problem-solving and communication skills.

Recognized certifications in SAP ISTQB or project management (PMP Agile) are highly desirable.

Key Competencies:

Leadership in SAP test strategy planning and execution

Expertise in SAP testing tools and automation

Quality assurance and risk management mindset

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Agile and traditional project delivery experience

Initiative and self-driven attitude

Governance compliance and documentation awareness

Experience working with utility experts and high-performing ERP teams

Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing