EY SAP - Delivery Excellence Manager Location OPEN 

United States, Illinois, Chicago 

147951020

As Testing Manager, your focus will be planning and executing various test cycles for large SAP implementations. You will work with the project team and third parties to confirm the business requirements that must be tested and the approach to meet testing requirements. You will be responsible for working directly with the functional work streams to build test scenarios and cases that cover all business requirements and satisfy the defined test strategy. Testing cycles can include functional unit testing, system integration testing, user acceptance testing, and regression testing.

In this role, you will build and manage the delivery of technology transformation projects and programs that align with our organizational strategy. You will provide assurance to leadership by managing timelines, costs, and quality, while leading both technical and non-technical project teams in the development and implementation of innovative technology solutions.

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager in this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of technology transformation, ensuring that projects are delivered effectively and efficiently. You will face challenges that require innovative problem-solving skills and will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading workstream delivery and tracking deliverable completion and project status.
• Actively participating in client working sessions and leading workstreams from planning through execution to closure.
• Managing engagement economics and implementing resource plans and budgets.
• Travel required regularly as needed by external client.

Skills and attributes for success

To thrive in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills. Your ability to build and manage relationships will be key to your success. The following skills and attributes will make a significant impact:

• Define the test strategy, planning, implementing and quality assurance for large complex projects
• Proven ability to drive test design, preparation, and execution across extensive business and system requirements within tight timelines.
• Proficiency in project and portfolio management tools.
• Strong understanding of iterative and hybrid delivery methodologies.
• Ability to manage project or program resource management effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with a focus on client trust and value.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A bachelor’s degree (4-year degree).
• Typically, no less than 4 - 6 years of proven experience in a testing lead role, specifically with large SAP implementations.
• Experience in developing test strategies, scenarios, and cases.
• Strong understanding of various testing methodologies and best practices.
• Demonstrate expertise in technical skills application functional design.
• Familiarity with the System Development Lifecycle.
• Knowledge of the Technology Landscape.
• Experience in leading teams.
• A flexibility and willingness to travel to meet client needs; travel is estimated at 40-60%.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Familiarity with testing tools and automation frameworks.
• Experience in leading complex technical initiatives.
• A track record of continuous process improvement.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on innovative solutions.