Global enterprise organization based in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Test and Cutover Manager to join their Program which includes a SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud RISE Greenfield implementation, SuccessFactors Implementation, Coupa Implementation, MDM Implementations and multiple integrations between those and existing Legacy systems. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and overseeing the end-to-end testing and cutover phases, ensuring a seamless transition and go-live for a large-scale, multi-functional SAP S/4HANA transformation. This will be a 8-9 month contract position and will be required to be hybrid onsite in Dunwoody, GA.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Test Management:
Develop a comprehensive test strategy covering all testing phases: unit, integration, user acceptance, and performance testing.
Define and manage test plans, scenarios, scripts, and traceability matrices to ensure full coverage of business requirements.
Coordinate with functional teams to support test case development, ensuring that all key business processes and data flows are validated.
Implement defect management processes to track, prioritize, and resolve issues.
Organize and facilitate test cycles, including preparation and coordination of test data, resources, and environments.
Collaborate with key-, end-users and stakeholders to ensure successful completion of System Integration Testing (multiple cycles) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
2. Cutover Planning and Execution:
Develop and manage a detailed cutover plan to ensure a smooth transition from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA.
Define roles and responsibilities for all cutover activities, ensuring clear ownership and accountability.
Work closely with cross-functional teams (data, technical, business, and IT) to align on cutover tasks, dependencies, and timelines.
Coordinate data migration, system configuration, and technical cutover tasks, ensuring minimal business disruption.
Implement risk management strategies to anticipate and mitigate potential issues during cutover.
Provide clear and timely communications to all stakeholders throughout the cutover process.
3. Coordination & Stakeholder Management:
Collaborate with project managers, solution architects, business owners, and technical teams to ensure alignment across all phases.
Serve as a primary point of contact for test and cutover-related activities, providing regular status updates and reports to senior management.
Conduct post-cutover reviews to assess performance, address any outstanding issues, and document lessons learned.
4. Quality Assurance & Compliance:
Ensure that all test and cutover activities comply with project governance, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Establish and track KPIs to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of test and cutover processes.
Key Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum of 10 years of SAP testing and cutover experience, with a focus on S/4HANA, preferably in Private Cloud RISE environments.
SAP Expertise: Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA modules and cutover methodologies, with proven experience in end-to-end SAP project delivery.
Project Management: Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex testing and cutover activities in large-scale SAP implementations.
Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues, make decisions under pressure, and drive continuous improvements.
Preferred Skills:
SAP certifications related to S/4HANA or project management
Experience in Tricentis qTest testing solution.
Knowledge of change management principles to support user adoption and transition during the cutover.