
FULLY REMOTE ROLE - SAP Test Management Lead
GlobalSource IT • Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Salary: USD 155,000–175,000 per year
Role & seniority: SAP Test Management Lead (senior/lead level)
Stack/tools: SAP S/4HANA; Azure DevOps; Tricentis Tosca; test automation tools; QA/testing governance; Microsoft Office; documentation tooling
Top 3 responsibilities
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Own and administer testing tools, drive adoption/training/enhancements; enforce standards and process improvements
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Lead QA workstreams across all phases (planning, execution, reporting) and manage defect lifecycle; ensure timely, standards-based test script delivery
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Maintain documentation, KPIs, program reporting; ensure intake/change/governance compliance; coordinate with PMO/workstreams and stakeholders for deployments
Must-have skills
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Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or related field; 8–12 years ERP experience with SAP required; 5+ years as Testing Lead on large-scale transformations (SAP S/4HANA conversions/upgrades)
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Experience on S/4HANA greenfield/brownfield; proficiency with Tricentis Tosca; strong QA/process/risk management knowledge
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Experience with test automation tools; excellent communication and ability to simplify technical concepts; proficiency in MS Office
Nice-to-haves
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Tricentis certification; SAP Activate certification; prior S/4HANA deployments experience
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Location & work type: Remote position; global role across programs
Full Description
GlobalSource IT is a SAP focused recruiting company that supports organizations that are looking for IT consultants or SAP direct-hire staff. Our direct client is going through a multi-year SAP transformation and is seeking a SAP Test Management Lead. Please see below for additional details regarding this remote position and contact Dave with any questions at daves@globalsourceit.com. Thanks for reviewing!
Summary
Our client is seeking an experienced SAP Test Management Lead with strong expertise in S/4HANA projects to support our global digital transformation efforts. The Lead plays a critical role in supporting testing cycles, managing defects, and defining test practices across programs. This individual ensures testing governance compliance, supports ad hoc project initiatives, and owns key testing toolsets to enhance visibility, communication, and delivery effectiveness. You will play a key role in supporting business transformation in line with the organization's future state goals. This is a highly collaborative role requiring strong coordination skills, a solution-oriented mindset, and an ability to juggle multiple priorities while fostering a team-centric environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Own and administer testing tools (e.g., Azure DevOps); drive adoption, training, and enhancements.
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Lead QA workstreams across all phases—planning, execution, reporting, and risk management. Own defect management processes and drive cycle to completion.
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Manage Test Analysts and ensure timely, standards-based test script delivery and execution.
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Enforce testing standards and identify process improvements for continuous optimization.
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Maintain accurate documentation and support status, KPI, and program-level reporting.
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Ensure compliance with intake, change, and governance processes; maintain audit-ready records.
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Work closely with PMO & Workstream Leads and plan deployment for roll-outs.
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Collaborate with project leads, stakeholders, and leadership to align global testing efforts.
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Oversee defect management across all test phases.
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Communicate clearly and professionally across all formats; develop structured documentation.
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Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
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Excellent communication skills, including the ability to communicate and simplify complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
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8-12 years of relevant experience in ERP projects. Experience on SAP projects is required.
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5+ years of experience as a Testing Lead in large scale business transformation initiatives (SAP S4 HANA conversions, SAP upgrades, etc).
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Experience on S/4 HANA greenfield or brownfield project is required.
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Prior experience with Tricentis Tosca is required.
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Strong understanding of Quality Management processes, project management life cycle and risk assessment processes.
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Experience with test automation tools
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Desired
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Tricentis certification
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SAP certification on Activate Methodology
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Previous experience with S4 HANA Deployments