Software Test Manager
5 days ago
Market Harborough
Were looking for an experienced Software Test Manager to lead our testing function and play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality Warehouse Control System (WCS) software. Reporting to the Director of IT, you’ll be responsible for defining testing strategies, driving automation, developing testing standards, and leading a talented team in a fast-paced software delivery environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a people focused leader who is passionate about software quality, continuous improvement, and developing high-performing teams. As Software Test Manager, you will: • Lead, coach, and develop the Software Test Team and Test Team Leaders, • Define and implement testing strategies, governance frameworks, and quality standards., • Oversee planning, estimation, scheduling, and execution of testing activities across multiple projects., • Drive the automation testing strategy to improve coverage, efficiency, and repeatability., • Monitor quality metrics, identify trends, and implement continuous improvement initiatives., • Support customer testing, deployment, commissioning, and go-live activities., • Collaborate with Development, Project Delivery, customers, and business stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes., • Play an active role within the WCS Management Team and contribute to wider departmental objectives. What you'll need: Essential • ISTQB Foundation Qualification in Software Testing., • Previous leadership and people management experience., • Experience leading software testing within complex software delivery environments., • Strong knowledge of testing strategies, processes, governance, and quality standards., • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., • Ability to analyse and communicate quality metrics, risks, and performance data., • Proven experience driving continuous improvement and organisational change., • Strong planning, organisational, and problem-solving skills. Desirable • ISTQB Advanced Test Management Qualification., • Experience within warehouse automation, WMS, or WCS environments., • Experience developing or implementing test automation solutions., • Experience supporting software commissioning and deployment activities in operational environments