Summary: The Non Functional Test Lead will oversee Non Functional testing for multiple SAP ERP instances transitioning to a Global S/4HANA platform. This role involves extensive management of testing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and collaborating with various teams to align testing strategies. The position requires proficiency in performance testing tools and methodologies, as well as strong stakeholder management skills. The contract is for 6 months and classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Non-Functional Test Plans for each deployment.
• Establish a common approach and tools for Non-Functional testing.
• Define scope for Performance Testing and Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT).
• Estimate efforts and organize team for Non-Functional Tests.
• Align Non-Functional Test Plans with Axial strategies and deployment approaches.
• Define procedures for Performance Test and Test Management tools (e.g., Solution Manager, Jira).
• Create Performance Test Scenarios and schedule tests.
• Collaborate with partners to secure resources and monitor system performance.
• Plan and coordinate Disaster Recovery exercises with Client capabilities and service organizations.
• Manage Non-Functional risks and dependencies; communicate issues.
• Produce metrics to track test progress and actions for plan maintenance.
• Generate Non-Functional Test Closure Reports and secure sign-offs.
• Work with Axial program members to confirm readiness for Non-Functional Test phases.
• Ensure all testing adheres to Client quality and compliance standards.
• Coach and mentor junior team members in a globally distributed environment.
• Promote teamwork and stay updated on IT architecture.
• Advocate for and guide stakeholders in adopting new testing approaches.
• Clarify and manage Non-Functional Requirements with stakeholders.
• Work with Security and Infrastructure teams for compliance with security requirements.
• Collaborate with local teams to assess network latency.
• Ensure sufficient data volumes for testing and utilize tools for data generation as needed.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience managing multiple concurrent projects using Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies.
• Proficiency with Performance Test tools (e.g., LoadRunner, NeoLoad) and Test Management tools (e.g., Solution Manager, Jira).
• Familiarity with both on-premise (Apache JMeter) and cloud-based load generation tools.
• Experience with SAP and Non-SAP systems, and matrix management in global teams.
• Strong understanding of IT and cloud architecture, Computer System Validation (CSV), and Risk-Based Testing.
• Exposure to Continuous Integration (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins), Service Management, and monitoring tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills up to Director level.
• Background in life sciences, healthcare, FMCG, or pharmaceuticals.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Luton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT