SAP S/4 Hana - Testing & Cutover Leadedari · Dubai, United Arab Emirates

SAP S/4 Hana - Testing & Cutover Lead

🗓️ Posted 2026-09-21 Dubai, United Arab Emirates Full-time Hybrid ICT
💰 Salary Not shared 📊 Market AED 30,000–AED 45,000/mo

About the Company

We are looking to hire SAP S/4 Hana Lead - Testing & Cutover who will be responsible for leading, planning, execution and support the implementation of SAP S/4Hana for our client based in Dubai, a leading Semi-Government entity in the UAE and a global leader in its industry. This position is a long-term contract role with an initial duration of 12 months and is renewable. The role sits within the Digital Transformation Team. We are looking for a passionate Testing & Cutover Lead with a strong background in SAP programs, focused on ensuring quality assurance across system integration, user acceptance, regression testing, planning, governance of all testing phases, cutover and risk-free transition to SAP S/4HANA. You should also have extensive experience in managing testing streams and cutover planning for large-scale ERP transformations.

Responsibilities

  • ● Take ownership of planning and coordinating all testing-related efforts throughout the SAP program lifecycle, serving as the main point of contact for testing activities.
  • ● Design and drive the testing approach across various stages including unit testing, system integration (SIT), user acceptance (UAT), regression, and performance testing.
  • ● Work closely with external partners to ensure test planning, scheduling, and execution meet project standards, timelines, and quality expectations.
  • ● Oversee the setup and consistent use of testing tools, templates, and documentation; ensure test outcomes meet predefined quality benchmarks.
  • ● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate that all key business processes are sufficiently covered by detailed test scripts.
  • ● Organize and lead regression testing initiatives and regular review sessions to monitor progress and resolve issues promptly.
  • ● Assist in defining test scenarios and coordinating test data requirements to ensure readiness for SIT and UAT phases.
  • ● Lead the cutover planning and execution process, supporting the transition from legacy SAP ECC to the S/4HANA environment.
  • ● Establish clear protocols for governance, communication, rollback, and success measurement during cutover activities.
  • ● Manage trial runs (mock cutovers) and final cutover execution while ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and contingency plans are in place.
  • ● Support post-go-live stabilization, addressing any immediate issues and ensuring a smooth handover to operational support teams.
  • ● A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related discipline is required.
  • ● Minimum of 8 years' hands-on experience in SAP implementations, including at least three full-cycle projects with S/4HANA.
  • ● Proven success in overseeing testing and cutover tracks within large-scale SAP transformations, preferably across multiple regions or business units.
  • ● Deep understanding of automation testing and familiar with performance testing and smoke testing.
  • ● Strong command of SAP functional areas and familiarity with end-to-end process flows such as Order-to-Cash (OTC), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), and Record-to-Report (RTR).
  • ● Skilled in working with tools such as SAP Solution Manager, JIRA, Azure DevOps, HP ALM, Excel, and MS Project.
  • ● Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
  • ● Experience in managing risks, dependencies, and escalations under tight deadlines and complex delivery models.
  • ● SAP S/4HANA Testing or Project Management certification is highly desirable
  • ● ISTQB or equivalent software testing qualification
  • ● PMP or PRINCE2 certifications are a plus
  • ● Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and hybrid/agile delivery environments is preferred
  • ● Preference will be given to candidates available immediately.