SAP S/4 Hana - Testing & Cutover Lead

edari; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

edari is seeking an SAP S/4HANA Lead - Testing & Cutover in Dubai to lead, plan, and execute SAP S/4HANA testing and cutover activities for a long-term engagement with a major UAE client. The role sits within the Digital Transformation Team and requires extensive SAP program testing experience.

The candidate will own testing strategies across SIT, UAT, regression, and performance testing, coordinate with external partners, and lead regression and mock cutovers, ensuring a seamless transition to

Qualifications

• A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 8 years’ hands-on experience in SAP implementations, including at least three full-cycle projects with S/4HANA.
• Proven success in overseeing testing and cutover tracks within large-scale SAP transformations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of planning and coordinating all testing-related efforts throughout the SAP program lifecycle, serving as the main point of contact for testing activities.
• Design and drive the testing approach across unit testing, SIT, UAT, regression, and performance testing.
• Oversee the setup and consistent use of testing tools, templates, and documentation; ensure test outcomes meet predefined quality benchmarks.
• Lead the cutover planning and execution process, supporting the transition from legacy SAP ECC to the S/4HANA environment.
• Establish clear protocols for governance, communication, rollback, and success measurement during cutover activities.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA testing

Test governance

SIT/UAT testing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

SAP Solution Manager

JIRA

Azure DevOps

HP ALM

MS Project

Job description

We are looking to hire SAP S/4 Hana Lead - Testing & Cutover who will be responsible for leading, planning, execution and support the implementation of SAP S/4Hana for our client based in Dubai, a leading Semi-Government entity in the UAE and a global leader in its industry.

This position is a long-term contract role with an initial duration of 12 months and is renewable.

The role sits within the Digital Transformation Team.

We are looking for a passionate Testing & Cutover Lead with a strong background in SAP programs, focused on ensuring quality assurance across system integration, user acceptance, regression testing, planning, governance of all testing phases, cutover and risk-free transition to SAP S/4HANA. You should also have extensive experience in managing testing streams and cutover planning for large-scale ERP transformations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take ownership of planning and coordinating all testing-related efforts throughout the SAP program lifecycle, serving as the main point of contact for testing activities.
• Design and drive the testing approach across various stages including unit testing, system integration (SIT), user acceptance (UAT), regression, and performance testing.
• Work closely with external partners to ensure test planning, scheduling, and execution meet project standards, timelines, and quality expectations.
• Oversee the setup and consistent use of testing tools, templates, and documentation; ensure test outcomes meet predefined quality benchmarks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate that all key business processes are sufficiently covered by detailed test scripts.
• Organize and lead regression testing initiatives and regular review sessions to monitor progress and resolve issues promptly.
• Assist in defining test scenarios and coordinating test data requirements to ensure readiness for SIT and UAT phases.
• Lead the cutover planning and execution process, supporting the transition from legacy SAP ECC to the S/4HANA environment.
• Establish clear protocols for governance, communication, rollback, and success measurement during cutover activities.
• Manage trial runs (mock cutovers) and final cutover execution while ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and contingency plans are in place.
• Support post-go-live stabilization, addressing any immediate issues and ensuring a smooth handover to operational support teams.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Minimum of 8 years’ hands-on experience in SAP implementations, including at least three full-cycle projects with S/4HANA.
• Proven success in overseeing testing and cutover tracks within large-scale SAP transformations, preferably across multiple regions or business units.
• Deep understanding of automation testing and familiar with performance testing and smoke testing.
• Strong command of SAP functional areas and familiarity with end-to-end process flows such as Order-to-Cash (OTC), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Record-to-Report (RTR).
• Skilled in working with tools such as SAP Solution Manager, JIRA, Azure DevOps, HP ALM, Excel, and MS Project.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in managing risks, dependencies, and escalations under tight deadlines and complex delivery models.

Preferred Certifications:

• SAP S/4HANA Testing or Project Management certification is highly desirable
• ISTQB or equivalent software testing qualification
• PMP or PRINCE2 certifications are a plus
• Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and hybrid/agile delivery environments is preferred

Availability:

• Preference will be given to candidates available immediately.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in the United Arab Emirates.