Test Manager

2/2024 – 10/2024

 Streamlined Change Management: Conducted comprehensive analysis and optimization of change management workflows, enhancing efficiency by 5% and reducing customer complaints by 7% through effective issue resolution.
 Developed Test Strategies: Implemented advanced test strategies aligned with project objectives, leading to a 10% increase in test coverage and ensuring comprehensive validation of product features.
 Managed Testing Processes: Administered test case execution and overall testing processes, achieving 95% test coverage and reducing defects by 5% through strategic oversight.
 Enhanced Defect Management: Established and executed a structured defect management protocol, accelerating resolution times by 15% and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
 Strategic Risk Mitigation: Proactively identified and mitigated potential risks, preventing 12 critical issues and ensuring the adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
 Team Leadership: Directed and mentored a team of 9 key users, cultivating a collaborative and positive work environment to optimize team performance and morale.

Scrum, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Powerpoint, Prozessoptimierung, Requirement Analyse, Software Quality, Teamcenter (Siemens PLM Software), Technische Beratung, Technische Kommunikation, Technisches Testdesign, Technisches Testmanagement / Testkoordination, Umsetzungsberater

6/2015 – 4/2023

 Testing Initiatives: Directed testing for Teamcenter Implementation, Rich Application, Active Workspace, and SAP Rollout projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.
 Processes Optimization: Implemented automation strategies to reduce testing time by 20% and standardized testing processes, resulting in a 20% increase in efficiency and a 10% reduction in defects.
 Enhanced Test Coverage: Improved test coverage by 15% through strategic planning and test case design; collaborated with end customers and user departments to define clear testing requirements.
 Quality and Delivery: Supervised test completion to meet deadlines, conducted comprehensive test closure activities for go-live preparation, and upheld rigorous quality standards throughout the process.

ISTQB, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Powerpoint, Prozessberatung, Requirement Analyse, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, Sap Solution Manager, Scrum, Scrum-Master, Teamcenter (Siemens PLM Software), Technische Beratung, Technische Dokumentation, Technische Kommunikation, Technischer Support, Technisches Testdesign, Technisches Testing, Technisches Testmanagement / Testkoordination, Test Automation, Training - Coaching-Kompetenzen

6/2013 – 5/2015

 Testing Initiatives: Spearheaded and executed comprehensive testing efforts for Teamcenter implementation and upgrade projects, achieving rigorous validation and ensuring successful project outcomes.
 Subject Matter Expert: Utilized knowledge of Teamcenter core modules to enhance testing accuracy, streamline processes, and ensure successful project outcomes through decision-making and problem-solving.
 Offshore Testing Operations: Directed and coordinated a team of 5 offshore testers, ensuring seamless alignment with project goals, optimizing deliverables, and adhering to strict timelines.
 Management Reporting: Developed reports, including Requirement Traceability Metrics, Test Summary, Defect Summary, Defect Aging, Burndown Chart, and Test Acceptance, to effectively monitor and track project progress.
 Resource Planning: Played a key role in estimating efforts and allocating resources, ensuring precise project planning and maximizing the efficient utilization of resources to meet project objectives and deadlines.

Prozessberatung, Qualitätslenkung, Software Quality, Teamcenter (Siemens PLM Software), Technisches Testdesign, Technisches Testing, Technisches Testmanagement / Testkoordination