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