SAP Test Lead

Ford • Allen Park, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the SAP Test Manager, you will be a cornerstone of Ford’s transition to SAP S/4 HANA. This is not just a migration; it is a total transformation of our global supply chain and manufacturing logic. You will oversee the end-to-end testing lifecycle — from Unit and Integration Testing (SIT) to User Acceptance Testing (UAT) — ensuring that every deployment meets Ford’s rigorous quality and performance standards. A critical component of this role is Regression Management. Given the scale of 60+ global sites, you will be responsible for defining a robust regression strategy that ensures new site deployments do not negatively impact established global business processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams (Developers, Business Analysts, and Project Managers) to identify high-risk areas, perform impact analysis on SAP transports, and maintain a sustainable automated regression suite. Your leadership will foster an environment of continuous improvement, utilizing automation to drive efficiency and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in computer science, information technology or a technology related field
• 10+ years in hands-on technical roles engaged in testing, implementing, and supporting SAP applications.
• 7+ years of dedicated testing experience in SAP MM or SAP PP; 5+ years of experience specifically within SAP S/4 HANA environments.
• Proven experience in managing Regression Suites for large-scale, multi-site global templates. Ability to use impact analysis tools to prioritize testing efforts.
• Deep understanding of SAP MRP business processes and the ability to design complex test scenarios that reflect real-world manufacturing conditions.
• Advanced experience with TOSCA (Tricentis) or MF UFT for test automation.
• Strong command of Agile methodologies and proficiency with management tools like Jira and Rally.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to influence stakeholders and lead teams across different time zones in a high-pressure global environment.
• A high degree of analytical thinking to troubleshoot complex technical errors and optimize automation scripts for long-term sustainability.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Alteryx or other data validation tools is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end testing lifecycle for SAP S/4 HANA MM/PP modules, ensuring alignment with global business objectives.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive Regression Testing Strategy to safeguard existing site functionality during multi-wave rollouts. Perform Change Impact Analysis to identify how new configurations or customizations affect the global template.
• Partner with business stakeholders, functional IT teams, and System Integrators to translate complex requirements into executable test plans (Functional Specs, Technical Specs, and BPDs).
• Manage and mentor a global testing team, ensuring high-quality execution of test cases and efficient defect resolution.
• Proactively identify, communicate, and mitigate technical and operational risks associated with SAP deployments.
• Drive the transition from manual to automated testing. Provide knowledge transfer to automation resources and oversee the development of modular, reusable test scripts using TOSCA.
• Oversee data integration testing for complex inbound/outbound interfaces, ensuring seamless communication between SAP and legacy systems.
• Deliver transparent, data-driven reports on testing progress, defect density, and regression health to project leadership.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care, parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members, and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees