Description
Quality advocate who will partner with business and technical teams to build comprehensive test plans for large cross-functional systems projects and programs, with particular focus on UAT
Inspire others to fight for excellence, even under competing priorities and pressures
Effectively lead meetings ranging from 2 to 60+ participants, and communicate resulting actions
Identify opportunities to leverage automation for test prep and execution
Proactively look for risks (technological, organizational, political) and identify appropriate mitigation plans
Seek expertise and involve the right experts for the best testing outcomes
Drive schedule, planning meetings and activities for UAT preparation and execution
Facilitate identification of test scenarios and ensure requirements traceability
Foster healthy debate and seek to understand multiple perspectives
Estimate resource requirements to complete testing, and ensure realistic plans are in place
Ensure the test environments and required data are available to support testing
Utilize analytical skills to investigate and drive resolution of issues found in UAT activities
Report progress on UAT activities and issues to the project team and to management
Approach problems flexibly, and be willing to adapt and modify your approach, without compromising on the outcome.
Participate in testing transformation activities by driving forward innovative approaches and methodologies
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive experience leading testing/QA, with emphasis on planning and managing cross-functional testing
Experience with different testing methodologies and driving a quality mindset
Experience establishing QA program structure for optimal return-on-investment, and coordinating and delegating cross-project initiatives
Ability to develop technical expertise and understanding of system interdependencies, and their impacts on testing plans
Experience with system and/or software architecture models
Ability to abstract technical details and effectively communicate to audiences at different levels
Proficient at balancing multiple efforts at a time
Excellent listening, communication, leadership and presentation skills
Ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal partners
Exemplify flexible thinking, curiosity, self-motivation, dedication to quality, focus on the details, and a positive perspective
Ability to navigate through ambiguity to clarify objectives and execution plans
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
SAP functional experience, and experience migrating from SAP R/3 to SAP S/4 HANA is beneficial
Experience with Logistics & Supply Chain testing, as well as freight carriers or third-party logistics providers, is a plus
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Quality Assurance certification (ISTQB, ASQ, etc) and/or PMI certification is highly desirable
Skills
Quality assurance
Program management
Testing
UAT
Automation
Change Management
SAP
Logistics
Supply Chain
QA Certifications
Employee Value Proposition
We empower individuals to do the best work of their lives—driven by purpose, fueled by innovation, and supported by a culture of inclusion and excellence.
Purpose & Impact: Join a team where your work contributes to meaningful change, shaping products and experiences that enrich lives globally.
Innovation & Craft: Collaborate with brilliant minds on cutting-edge technologies, where creativity, precision, and bold thinking are celebrated.
Belonging & Inclusion: Thrive in an environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Well-being & Growth: Access comprehensive benefits, continuous learning opportunities, and support for your personal and professional journey.
Community & Contribution: Make a difference beyond the workplace through programs that support volunteering, giving, and sustainability.
Job Title
UAT Test Manager
Location
Cork, Ireland
Job Type
Contract
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