About this role
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Validation Manager to join our organisation in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. In this pivotal role, you will lead validation initiatives and oversee the quality assurance of our SAP HANA systems, ensuring compliance with organisational standards and regulatory requirements.
Lead and manage validation projects from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards whilst monitoring metrics and reporting progress to senior managementDevelop and implement validation strategies and testing methodologies for SAP HANA environments, staying abreast of system updates and industry developmentsOversee a team of validation specialists and quality assurance professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and induction on validation best practicesAnalyse system configurations, data integrity, and process flows to identify gaps; conduct root cause analysis on validation failures and implement corrective actionsCollaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, business analysts, and stakeholders to define validation requirements and acceptance criteriaMaintain comprehensive validation documentation, test cases, and audit trails in compliance with regulatory standards Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
5+ years in validation, QA, or testing
hands-on SAP HANA implementation experience
management or team leadership experience
fluent in German
strong data analysis and process modelling skills
deep knowledge of validation, testing frameworks, and QA principles
Desirable Qualifications
SAP HANA or QA/validation certification (e.g., ISTQB, ASQA)
ERP implementation experience
knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks
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