SAP S/4HANA - Senior Cutover Manager

SAP S/4HANA Senior Test and Cutover Manager

Global enterprise organization based in Atlanta is seeking a Senior Test and Cutover Manager to join their Program which includes a SAP S/4HANA Private Cloud RISE Greenfield implementation, SuccessFactors Implementation, Coupa Implementation, MDM Implementations and multiple integrations between those and existing Legacy systems. In this role, you will play a critical part in managing and overseeing the end-to-end testing and cutover phases, ensuring a seamless transition and go-live for a large-scale, multi-functional SAP S/4HANA transformation. This will be a 8-9 month contract position and will be required to be hybrid onsite in Dunwoody, GA.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Test Management:

• Develop a comprehensive test strategy covering all testing phases: unit, integration, user acceptance, and performance testing.
• Define and manage test plans, scenarios, scripts, and traceability matrices to ensure full coverage of business requirements.
• Coordinate with functional teams to support test case development, ensuring that all key business processes and data flows are validated.
• Implement defect management processes to track, prioritize, and resolve issues.
• Organize and facilitate test cycles, including preparation and coordination of test data, resources, and environments.
• Collaborate with key-, end-users and stakeholders to ensure successful completion of System Integration Testing (multiple cycles) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

2. Cutover Planning and Execution:

• Develop and manage a detailed cutover plan to ensure a smooth transition from legacy systems to SAP S/4HANA.
• Define roles and responsibilities for all cutover activities, ensuring clear ownership and accountability.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams (data, technical, business, and IT) to align on cutover tasks, dependencies, and timelines.
• Coordinate data migration, system configuration, and technical cutover tasks, ensuring minimal business disruption.
• Implement risk management strategies to anticipate and mitigate potential issues during cutover.
• Provide clear and timely communications to all stakeholders throughout the cutover process.

3. Coordination & Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with project managers, solution architects, business owners, and technical teams to ensure alignment across all phases.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for test and cutover-related activities, providing regular status updates and reports to senior management.
• Conduct post-cutover reviews to assess performance, address any outstanding issues, and document lessons learned.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure that all test and cutover activities comply with project governance, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and track KPIs to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of test and cutover processes.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of SAP testing and cutover experience, with a focus on S/4HANA, preferably in Private Cloud RISE environments.
• SAP Expertise: Deep understanding of SAP S/4HANA modules and cutover methodologies, with proven experience in end-to-end SAP project delivery.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex testing and cutover activities in large-scale SAP implementations.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex issues, make decisions under pressure, and drive continuous improvements.

Preferred Skills:

• SAP certifications related to S/4HANA or project management
• Experience in Tricentis qTest testing solution.
• Knowledge of change management principles to support user adoption and transition during the cutover.

Please send your detailed SAP S/4HANA resume and LI profile to begin discussions on this exciting opportunity. Need is immediate!

You will receive the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family
• Dental & Orthodontia Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) including match with pre and post-tax options
• Paid Sick Time Leave
• Legal and Identity Protection Plans
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefit
• 529 College Saver Plan

Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans/Disability/Women. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP’s Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.