Ramya Saraswathy
Chennai
Summary
Experienced SAP Test Manager with 14 years in testing FICO, MM, PP, SD, Commodity Management, and Fiori APP. Adept in utilizing Azure Dev Ops, HP ALM, and JIRA to ensure high-quality SAP system functionality. Proven leadership in managing testing projects and teams while applying sophisticated SAP testing methodologies to achieve seamless integration and delivery of solutions. Committed to enhancing project success through technical expertise and a focus on excellence in SAP testing.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
SAP Test Manager
HCL Tech
Chennai
05.2022 - Current
- Created and executed in-depth test strategies to enhance testing efficiency for various projects.
- Partnered with project managers, business analysts, and SAP consultants to ensure seamless alignment between testing objectives and business needs.
- Established parameters for testing scope, ensuring clear objectives.
- Oversaw the execution of test plans, ensuring alignment of testing activities with SAP project complexities, resulting in a 20% increase in testing efficiency
- Worked directly with SAP teams to confirm system functionality during the migration process.
- Conducted various types of testing, including system testing, integration testing, regression testing, and performance testing specific to S/4HANA, delivering high-quality, error-free systems
- Implemented test automation for functional and regression testing, reducing testing cycle time by 30%
- Directed SAP testing team by focusing on testing methodologies, boosting performance by 15%.
- Provided guidance and support to team members, ensuring deep understanding of execution challenges and fostering a collaborative work environment
- Performed evaluations to monitor team performance and identify development opportunities.
- Communicated test progress and results to project stakeholders, emphasizing testing's importance for project success.
- Teamed with project managers to deliver precise and timely status updates, concentrating on migration milestones.
- Discovered process enhancement opportunities during testing lifecycle, reducing defect density by 25% post-implementation.
- Introduced insights into testing best practices, increasing efficiency and quality.
Lead II -Enterprise solution
UST Global
09.2019 - 03.2022
- Developed comprehensive solution designs and configurations.
- Executed project oversight and tracked workflows through ADO.
- Performed front-end testing on Fiori App for stock overview to validate functionality.
- Validated seamless integration of MM to FICO, PP, MM, SD, IS Retail, and BW Modules.
- Employed Qadex System for streamlined creation of Supplier/Product Codes in SAP.
- Ensured reliability in BW report validation to support decision-making.
- Collaborated across RICEFW with cross-functional teams including PI and BASIS to implement changes.
- Participated in daily status calls, monitoring teamwork, and providing updates to the business stakeholders
- Designed reports for effective project monitoring and communication.
- Executed SIT and regression testing to validate system integrity.
- Participated in IS retail projects covering demand and fulfillment.
- Exhibited practical expertise in leveraging Azure Boards for streamlined project management.
- Tested S/4 Upgrade during System Integration Testing and Unit Testing phases to ensure smooth transition.
Lead Consultant
ITC Infotech
09.2018 - 08.2019
- Led testing for Fiori App for commodity management, ensuring seamless functionality.
- Enhanced budget planning solution for government client utilizing SAP S4 Hana NW 750 and SAP VC technologies.
- Developed and executed SDLC methodologies, concentrating on agile project workflows.
- Organized sessions for retrospectives and upcoming sprint plans, refining development procedures.
- Prepared and executed test scenarios, cases, and steps, ensuring comprehensive testing coverage.
- Performed comprehensive testing on Fiori applications across frontend and backend functionalities.
- Engaged in project meetings, daily status calls, and client collaborations.
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Center
Bengaluru
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Examined functional specifications for business processes like P2P, O2C, and RTR to prepare technical documents.
- Performed SAP SOD reviews leveraging ACE tool to ensure compliance with SOX regulations.
- Matched SAP ERP rules against ACE to isolate and address inaccuracies.
Technical Analyst ERP SAP
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Ltd
Bengaluru
02.2011 - 08.2017
- Performed unit, integration, regression testing along with cutover phases.
- Addressed workflow challenges to maintain uninterrupted project flow.
- Developed detailed test scenarios based on BPD to support streamlined testing processes.
- Enhanced the testing phase in Assets Accounting to guarantee precision.
- Coordinated RICEFW modifications among multiple teams for efficient project execution.
- Applied extensive testing knowledge on AR Lockbox, EBS, VIM systems and cross-company workflows.
- Managed scheduling adjustments for batch jobs to prevent operational delays.
- Developed a comprehensive set of assets, including acquisitions and retirements, to guarantee full test coverage.
- Configured depreciation areas and keys with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated expertise in Testing MM to FICO Integration.
- Led completion of IS retail projects involving vendor income support.
- Played a crucial part in testing processes for Material Ledger and Actual Costing within the CO Module.
- Engaged in kickoff meetings, providing valuable insights.
- Executed test scenarios and meticulously updated them in HPQC.
- Utilized Panaya Tool for comprehensive execution of test scenarios.
- Efficiently resolved defects in HPQC Tool to uphold testing quality standards.
- Drafted user test manuals to facilitate stakeholder comprehension of the testing process.
- Collected and interpreted business requirements to ensure seamless integration with testing objectives.
- Delivered timely and high-quality test activities.
- Created detailed test scripts to streamline transaction execution.
- Resolved client issues efficiently through Service Manager (HP) tool.
Financial Analyst
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Chennai
01.2009 - 02.2011
- Oversaw processing of manual invoices in SAP ECC Production.
- Evaluated complex financial information from multiple sources to make sound recommendations.
- Resolved diverse requests from Payment Team efficiently.
- Facilitated invoice accrual processes to support month-end AP reporting.
- Ensured precise reconciliation and clearing of refund checks account.
- Streamlined weekly T&E clearing process in SAP to enhance operational efficiency.
- Submitted production tracker data promptly, achieving accurate reporting.
Education
MBA/PGDM - Finance
Madras University
07-2011
B.Com - Commerce
SRM university (SRMU)
05-2008
Skills
- SAP FICO Expertise
- Test Management
- HP ALM Proficiency
- Proficient in SAP Fiori
- JIRA Project Management
- SAP Quality Assurance
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Telugu
Experience Years
14 Years 0 Month
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Telugu
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
SAP Test Manager
HCL Tech
05.2022 - Current
Lead II -Enterprise solution
UST Global
09.2019 - 03.2022
Lead Consultant
ITC Infotech
09.2018 - 08.2019
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Center
09.2017 - 08.2018
Technical Analyst ERP SAP
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Ltd
02.2011 - 08.2017
Financial Analyst
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
01.2009 - 02.2011
MBA/PGDM - Finance
Madras University
B.Com - Commerce
SRM university (SRMU)