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jay Akselrud

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Experienced Automation and Performance Testing Manager

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a dynamic environment that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a highly resourceful and purposeful Testing Manager with over 18 years of experience in SAP S4 Hana and SAP Products Test Leadership and Management. My expertise spans both onsite and virtual environments, specializing in HCM testing and SAP functional consulting. I possess strong analytical skills and excellent communication abilities, which enable me to effectively support developers and assess client needs.

Throughout my career, I have successfully developed and implemented testing strategies for various high-profile projects, including those for TCS/CareSource and JetBlue. My achievements include architecting performance testing infrastructures, integrating Behavior-Driven Development practices, and managing teams of testers across multiple locations. I am dedicated to ensuring data integrity and reliability while driving continuous improvement in testing processes.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Performance / Automation Test Manager

Current

TCS / CareSource and JetBlue

May 2020 - Present (5 years)

Led performance and automation testing for SAP S4 Hana projects, developed testing processes, and implemented tools like JMeter and LoadRunner. Managed API testing and integrated Behavior-Driven Development practices to enhance testing efficiency.

SAP JMeter LoadRunner API Testing Behavior Driven Development Performance Testing Automation Testing Selenium

SAP S4 HANA Performance Test Manager

Yamaha Motors

Sep 2019 - May 2020 (8 months)

Established performance testing environments for SAP S4 HANA and developed strategies using LoadRunner and JMeter. Validated functionality and improved code quality through UI test case reviews.

SAP LoadRunner JMeter Performance Testing UI Testing Test Strategy Automation Testing SCM

SAP and SuccessFactors Tester

Merck

Mar 2019 - Aug 2019 (5 months)

Analyzed business and testing documentation, developed testing scenarios for SAP S4 HANA and Workday, and managed a team of automation testers using Worksoft Certify and LoadRunner.

SAP Workday Automation Testing LoadRunner Worksoft Certify Documentation Team Management Performance Testing UAT

SAP Test Manager

Mars Wrigley / Accenture

Jul 2018 - Mar 2019 (8 months)

Managed system integration and user acceptance testing for SAP Ariba and S4 HANA projects, developed testing strategies, and collaborated with teams to track metrics and execute tests.

Ariba Hana Integration Testing User Acceptance Testing Test Strategy Documentation Team Collaboration Metrics

Performance and Automation Test Manager

Humana Healthcare

Mar 2016 - Jul 2018 (2 years 4 months)

Oversaw quality assurance for automated machines, managed testing resources, and developed automated test scenarios for Workday HR payroll processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Quality Assurance Workday Automation Testing Performance Testing Team Management Test Reporting HR Processes Load Testing Test Plans

Peoplesoft Test Manager

The Hartford

Feb 2015 - Jan 2016 (11 months)

Managed testing of interfaces and third-party integrations for Workday and Peoplesoft, developed UAT test scenarios, and coordinated testing efforts with technical resources.

Peoplesoft Workday User Acceptance Testing Test Management Integration Testing Team Coordination Testing Quality Assurance Automation Testing

SAP User Acceptance Testing Manager

Houghton Miflin Harcourt

Jul 2014 - Dec 2014 (5 months)

Developed UAT plans for SAP S/4 Hana and SuccessFactors, managed testing resources, and created comprehensive test strategies for integration and regression testing.

SAP User Acceptance Testing Test Strategy Test Management Regression Testing Testing Team Management Quality Assurance

SAP Global Testing Lead / Business Analyst

General Electric

Jan 2014 - Jul 2014 (6 months)

Collaborated with analysts to enhance performance, managed testing scenarios for User Acceptance Testing, and developed documentation for business processes and system integration.

User Acceptance Testing Business Analysis Documentation Team Collaboration Test Planning Performance Integration Testing Quality Assurance

Project Testing Manager / Business Analyst

J. Christopher Capital / CGI Federal / CIBER

Sep 2011 - Dec 2013 (2 years 3 months)

Managed software requirements and testing specifications, developed test strategies for ERP implementations, and conducted usability testing for in-house POS systems.

ERP Implementation Test Strategy Usability Testing Business Analysis Software Requirements Team Management Test Planning Quality Assurance ERP Systems Documentation

PeopleSoft Testing Lead

District of Columbia

May 2011 - Sep 2011 (4 months)

Managed QA teams, developed testing standards, and created Master Data for Peoplesoft HR implementation, ensuring compliance with various testing methodologies.

Peoplesoft Quality Assurance Test Management Testing Teams Testing Methodologies Documentation Process Improvement Automation

SAP Test Lead Global

Coca-Cola

Dec 2010 - Apr 2011 (4 months)

Designed and configured software systems based on client needs, developed test plans for various SAP processes, and trained testers on testing procedures.

SAP Test Planning Software Configuration Training Regression Testing Business Analysis Documentation Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Arthur McNeil Technical School

Certification, SAP Administration

2001 - 2003

Completed a course in SAP R/3 Administration, gaining essential skills in SAP system management and administration.

St. Peter's College

MBA, Management / Information Systems

1998 - 2000

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a focus on Management and a Master's in Information Systems, equipping with advanced knowledge in business management and information technology.