SAP S/4HANA Global Testing Director

Position Title: SAP S/4HANA Global Testing Director
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Toronto HQ
Requisition ID: 35794
Role Overview
The SAP S/4HANA Global Testing Director is responsible for overseeing the comprehensive testing strategy, governance, management, and execution of large-scale SAP S/4HANA transformation initiatives. This position demands deep expertise in enterprise testing methodologies, familiarity with complex SAP environments, proficiency in automation tools, and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across global settings. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience with SAP modules (including ECC and S/4HANA), demonstrate strong skills in developing test strategies, exhibit effective team leadership, and uphold rigorous quality assurance standards supporting both business operations and digital platform requirements.
Key Responsibilities

• Global Testing Strategy & Governance:
• Define and implement a global and scalable testing strategy aligned with SAP S/4HANA transformation goals
• Establish testing standards, methodologies, and best practices
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, security, and quality requirements
• Test Planning & Execution:
• Develop and oversee test plans, cases, and scripts for functional, regression, performance, System Integration (SIT), and User Acceptance (UAT)
• Ensure end-to-end testing planning, execution and coverage including defect triage and issue resolution with system integrators and legacy/boundary systems
• Manage test cycles across multiple SAP modules (Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, etc.)
• Monitor and report progress and results of testing activities, including test coverage, effort, and test KPI's.
• Automation & Performance Optimization:
• Define and execute a comprehensive test automation strategy leveraging industry-standard tools
• Leverage automation tools for test execution, defect tracking, and reporting
• Optimize test processes to improve efficiency, reduce risks, and accelerate deployments
• Ensure robust performance testing and system scalability validation
• Establish reusable automation frameworks integrated with CI/CD pipelines

• Stakeholder Management and Cross-Partner Testing Collaboration:
• Work closely with business leaders, IT teams, SAP consultants, and external vendors
• Align testing strategies with business objectives and system requirements
• Provide clear reporting on test progress, defects, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Team Leadership & Development:
• Lead and mentor global test teams, ensuring high performance and continuous improvement
• Manage onshore/offshore testing resources and external partners
• Drive alignment, transparency, and accountability throughout complex, multi-organization delivery programs
• Implement metrics-driven governance and reporting dashboards to track quality KPIs
• Foster a culture of quality, innovation, and collaboration

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience:
• 12+ years in software testing/quality assurance, with at least 5 years in SAP S/4HANA projects
• Proven track record of leading large-scale global SAP testing initiatives
• Experience in SAP modules (Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, etc.)
• Technical Skills:
• Strong expertise in SAP and non-SAP testing tools (JIRA, SAP Solution Manager, Tricentis Tosca, HP ALM, etc.)
• Strong experience in creating comprehensive Test strategies, plans, test scenario, and test case management frameworks for SAP transformation projects
• Knowledge of test automation, performance testing, and security testing
• Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD methodologies
• Soft Skills:
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
• Strategic thinking with problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to manage global, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP certification in S/4HANA or testing-related domains
• Experience with cloud-based SAP deployments (SAP RISE, AWS, Azure)
• Knowledge of industry-specific compliance requirements (GxP, SOX, GDPR, etc.)
• Experience in leading cross functional teams and ability to adjust to changing requirements, new tools, technologies, and methodologies in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent Interpersonal, Communication Skills and stake holder management

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Compensation Package : $165,000.00 - $220,000.00 CAD annually + bonus eligibility + Long Term Incentive eligibility
The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education/training, and other organizational needs.
Benefits : At McCain, we're on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and wellbeing at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person's needs are unique and ensure our benefits & wellbeing programs reflect that. Employees are eligible for the following benefits: health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription drug), retirement savings benefits, and leave support including medical, family and bereavement. Wellbeing programs include vacation and holidays, company-supported volunteering time, and mental health resources. Coverages are aligned to country, provincial and state governing plans and can vary by work level, location and nature of the role. Additional benefit details available during the application process.
Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work - and at home.
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Job Family: Information Technology
Division: Global Digital Technology
Department: S4 Operations
Location(s): CA - Canada : Ontario : Toronto || CA - Canada : New Brunswick : Florenceville-Bristol
Company: McCain Foods (Canada)