Sap Test Lead

Pwc Remchannel (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a SAP Test Lead for its Cloud and Digital practice in Johannesburg. This role involves managing and delivering SAP testing strategies and ensuring quality, including resource management and issue resolution. Ideal candidates will have extensive SAP experience and excel in leadership roles while supporting digital transformations.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of SAP testing experience with defect management.
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Certifications in SAP are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and approve testing strategies and plans.
• Manage end-to-end testing scope and activities.
• Coordinate testing resources and teams.

Skills

Project Ownership

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Effective Communication

Leadership Abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Test Management Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP BTP

Job description

Management Level: Manager

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our business application consulting team specializes in helping clients optimize operational efficiency through various business applications. We analyze client needs, implement software solutions, and provide training and support for seamless integration and utilization of these applications.

As a SAP consulting generalist, you will focus on providing consulting services across SAP applications, analyzing client needs, implementing solutions, and supporting effective utilization of SAP applications. Your versatile knowledge will assist clients in achieving strategic objectives.

You will also enhance your leadership skills by motivating, developing, and inspiring team members, managing performance, and delivering quality work. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team strengths, and identifying opportunities that contribute to our firm's success.

Leadership involves acting with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values, embracing technology and innovation, and encouraging others to do the same.

Skills and Experience

• Analyze and identify linkages within complex systems.
• Take ownership of projects, ensuring successful planning, budgeting, execution, and completion.
• Partner with leadership to ensure quality, timelines, and deliverables.
• Develop outside your comfort zone and encourage team development.
• Mentor others effectively.
• Review work to deepen team expertise.
• Address conflicts and escalate issues as needed.
• Uphold professional and technical standards, including PwC's code of conduct and independence requirements.

Role Summary

This role is within our Cloud and Digital practice, working with clients to define their vision and plan their digital transformation. We deliver technological solutions to help organizations compete, grow, and improve, partnering with leading technologies.

We are seeking a SAP Test Lead for a fixed-term contract, responsible for the success of SAP testing efforts, including quality advocacy, resource management, and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5-7 years of SAP testing experience, with hands-on defect management
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Experience with SAP cloud technology, SAP S/4HANA, and SAP BTP
• Proficiency in test management tools and Agile methodologies
• Certifications in SAP are a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop and approve testing strategies and plans.
• Manage end-to-end testing scope and activities.
• Coordinate testing resources and teams.
• Ensure timely delivery of testing phases within budget and quality standards.
• Monitor testing progress and report results.
• Manage issues, risks, and changes related to testing.

Skills

• Strong SAP solution knowledge, especially SAP S/4HANA and BTP
• Excellent planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and leadership abilities
• Adaptability to new technologies and challenges

Additional Details

• Cross-industry experience preferred
• Travel up to 20%
• No visa sponsorship available

Job posting ends June 16.