Software Test Manager

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.