SAP Test Manager (Governance, Strategy & Automation Lead) (f/m/div.)

Aveiro, ptSenior

Company Description

The Bosch Group has more than 400 000 employees around the world, present in 60 countries, and we are proud to impact people’s lives and to work towards a more sustainable future.

In the city of Aveiro, Bosch has a Research and Development Center with projects for different business areas of the Bosch Group. The Mobility Aftermarket division (MA), that provides the aftermarket and repair shops worldwide with modern diagnostic and repair shop technology, is one of those business areas. Within an Agile set-up of Software Developers, Software Testers, Product Owners, Scrum Masters and UX/UI Designers, the MA division is creating tailor-made solutions to address the service needs of new-generation, electronically controlled and connected vehicle solutions.

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference in mindsets, cultures, generations, identities and perspectives. Everyone should bring their authenticity and work together respectfully. Bosch is an employer that values diversity and equal opportunities. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and we can provide reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process and in the performance of professional activity. By including everyone and ensuring equal opportunities we unleash our full potential.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned SAP Test Manager to lead enterprise-wide test governance, strategy, and automation initiatives for large-scale SAP transformation program. This role will ensure end-to-end quality across digital core transformation, including data integrations, Fiori enablement, and global template rollouts.

A key expectation of this role is to define and drive the test automation strategy, with strong expertise in Worksoft Certify, along with governance of OpenText ALM, SAP Solution Manager Test Suite, Jira, and executive dashboarding via Power BI.

Your contribution to something big:

1. SAP Test Strategy & Governance

Define enterprise-wide SAP (ECC & S/4 HANA) test strategy covering: End-to-end business processes; RICEFW objects; SAP Fiori applications; Cross-system integrations (SAP & Non-SAP)
Establish governance model aligned with SAP Activate methodology phases.
Define regression strategy for ECC to S/4 coexistence landscapes.
Support quality gates, defining and delivering KPIs, risk frameworks, rules and controls.

2. Automation Strategy & Leadership (Worksoft Certify)

Define and implement enterprise test automation roadmap.
Lead automation design using Worksoft Certify for:
- End-to-end process automation
- Regression pack automation
- Data-driven test scenarios
- Fiori and GUI automation
Establish automation coverage targets and ROI tracking.
Integrate automation suite with:
- OT ALM / SolMan / Jira for traceability
Drive reduction of manual regression effort and improve efficiency.
Mentor automation architects and build internal automation capability.

3. End-to-End Transformation Test Management

Oversee complete lifecycle of SAP projects:
- System Integration Testing (SIT)
- User Acceptance Testing (UAT)
- Regression (Manual & Automated)
- Integration Testing (SAP & Non-SAP)
- Performance & Volume Testing
- Go-live Testing
Lead defect triage governance and risk-based prioritization.
Ensure production defect leakage is minimized.

4. Tools & ALM Governance

Govern and optimize usage of:
- OpenText ALM (OT ALM)
- SAP Solution Manager (SolMan – Test Suite)
- JIRA
Ensure requirement-to-defect traceability across tools.
Establish harmonized reporting model across global SAP projects.

5. Reporting & Executive Dashboards

Develop real-time dashboards in Microsoft Power BI for:
- Overall Test status across projects
- Automation progress status
- Regression execution trends
- Defect leakage metrics
- Go-live readiness KPIs
Provide Steering Committee-level quality insights and predictive risk indicators.

6. Stakeholder & Vendor Leadership

Collaborate with Program Directors, Project Managers, Business Process Owners, Functional Leads, Automation Partners and business users across regions.
Prepare and Deliver stakeholder reports providing complete transparency.
Support project managers to conduct go/no-go assessments.

Qualifications

What distinguishes you:

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a comparable field

Experience

Extensive experience in SAP Testing and Quality Assurance
Several years in Test Management or Test Governance roles
Proven involvement in full-cycle SAP S/4HANA implementations or conversions
Experience working in global, distributed environments

Know-how

Strong expertise in SAP test automation, especially with Worksoft Certify
Experience designing automation frameworks and optimizing regression testing
Familiarity with tools such as OpenText ALM, SAP Solution Manager (Test Suite & ChaRM), JIRA, and Power BI
Knowledge of SAP modules (e.g., FICO, MM, SD, PP, EWM) is a plus

Languages

Fluent in English

Working Style and Methods

Structured, analytical, and results-oriented approach
Ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments
Strong collaboration skills in cross-functional and international teams

Personality

Confident communicator with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders
Inclusive mindset and openness to different perspectives
Proactive, solution-oriented, and resilient

Additional Information

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Work #LikeABosch includes:

⚖️ Flexible work conditions

🔀 Hybrid work system

🌐 Exchange with colleagues around the world

🧑‍⚕️ Health insurance and medical office on site (general surgeon, psychology, physiotherapy, general clinic)

📚 Training opportunities (p.e., technical training, foreign languages training) & certifications

📈 Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development

💲 Access to great discounts in partnerships and Bosch products

🏋️ Sports and health related activities

💰 Flexible benefits platform

🅿️ Free parking lot