Position Overview

We are partnering with a global leader in the insurance sector to establish a high‑impact Business Acceptance Testing (BAT) practice in Casablanca, Morocco. This role is designed to create a strategic hub of excellence, providing end‑to‑end leadership and innovation across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and grow a high‑performing testing team, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

• Serve as the primary senior stakeholder, ensuring outstanding service delivery and customer satisfaction.

• Develop and execute a growth roadmap to solidify Morocco as a key strategic hub within the global network.

• Lead talent development, resource planning, and foster a collaborative and innovative team environment.

• Drive operational excellence by monitoring KPIs, managing budgets, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 8+ years of experience in Testing/Quality Assurance, with a strong focus on functional and non‑functional testing.

• 3+ years of leadership experience, managing cross‑functional teams and leading large‑scale projects.

• Deep expertise in SAP Ariba modules – Sourcing, Procurement, and Supplier Management – and the ability to design test cases that validate complex business processes.

• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as GenAI, automation, and UX testing methodologies.

• Proven stakeholder management and communication skills, with a track record of engaging clients and driving practice growth.

• Passion for building a multicultural, customer‑focused practice that delivers measurable value to clients.

Business Acceptance Testing (BAT) Role in Detail

Business Acceptance Testing is a critical phase in the software development lifecycle, ensuring that solutions meet business requirements before deployment. As the head of BAT, you will oversee the entire testing lifecycle, from test strategy design to defect management and reporting. Your deep knowledge of SAP Ariba modules will enable you to design test cases that validate complex business processes, ensuring that the solutions meet the needs of the insurance client and other stakeholders.

Leadership and Team Building

• Build a high‑performing team of testers, QA analysts, and automation engineers.

• Mentor and develop team members, providing coaching and career growth opportunities.

• Foster a culture of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and innovation.

• Encourage collaboration across functional and technical domains, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Innovation and Technology Adoption

• Leverage GenAI and automation to streamline test design, execution, and reporting.

• Implement advanced testing frameworks and tools to improve test coverage, reduce cycle times, and increase defect detection rates.

• Stay abreast of emerging trends in testing, quality assurance, and technology, and incorporate them into the practice.

Strategic Growth and Expansion

• Develop a comprehensive growth roadmap for the BAT practice, aligning with the global strategy.

• Expand the practice’s footprint across the region, building relationships with key stakeholders and clients.

• Position Casablanca as a strategic hub, ensuring that the practice delivers high‑quality solutions to clients worldwide.

Stakeholder Management and Client Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for senior stakeholders, ensuring that the practice meets client expectations and delivers measurable value.

• Build strong relationships with clients, understanding their business processes, and ensuring that the BAT practice aligns with their objectives.

• Provide regular updates on testing progress, risk mitigation, and quality metrics to stakeholders.

Operational Excellence

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the practice’s performance and identify improvement opportunities.

• Manage budgets, resource allocation, and project timelines, ensuring that the practice operates within financial constraints.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics and feedback loops to refine testing processes.

Technology Stack and Tools

• SAP Ariba modules: Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Management.

• Automation tools: Selenium, TestComplete, Jenkins, Git, Docker.

• GenAI integration: GPT‑based test case generation, AI‑driven defect prediction.

• UX testing: User experience evaluation, usability testing, accessibility compliance.

• Test data management: Data virtualization, synthetic data generation, data masking.

• Continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines, test orchestration, and reporting dashboards.

Quality Standards and Compliance

• Adherence to ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001, and industry‑specific compliance frameworks.

• Implementation of secure coding practices, data privacy regulations, and audit readiness.

Risk Management

• Identification, assessment, and mitigation of testing risks, including data integrity, security, and performance issues.

• Development of risk registers, contingency plans, and escalation procedures.

Professional Development

• Structured career paths for QA analysts, automation engineers, and test architects.

• Continuous learning programs, certifications, and mentorship initiatives.

• Participation in industry conferences, workshops, and knowledge‑sharing forums.

Innovation Labs

• Dedicated spaces for experimenting with AI, automation, and emerging testing methodologies.

• Collaboration with data scientists, UX designers, and product owners to prototype solutions.

Client Success Stories

• Case studies of successful BAT implementations for insurance clients, highlighting business value and defect reduction.

• Testimonials from stakeholders on improved process efficiency and risk mitigation.

Strategic Partnerships

• Alliances with technology vendors, consulting firms, and academic institutions to stay at the forefront of testing innovation.

• Joint initiatives with SAP and other platform providers to enhance integration capabilities.

Future Outlook

• Vision for expanding the BAT practice across North Africa and the Middle East.

• Commitment to adopting next‑generation AI, cloud‑native testing, and zero‑trust security models.

• Continuous evolution of testing practices to align with agile, DevOps, and continuous delivery paradigms.

Working Environment

This is a permanent, full‑time position located in Casablanca, Morocco. The role offers a chance to shape a strategic hub, deliver excellence to clients, and lead a multicultural, customer‑focused practice.

Benefits and Growth Opportunities

• Opportunity to lead a high‑impact practice in a growing market.

• Permanent, full‑time role with a focus on long‑term growth and innovation.

• Chance to shape a strategic hub, deliver excellence to clients, and lead a multicultural, customer‑focused practice.

Next Steps

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to the Novancy recruitment team. We look forward to building a world‑class BAT practice together.