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# ERP Test Lead - IFS

- **Company:** Cathcart Technology
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £143,000.0 - £156,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** JIRA, Code Coverage, Data Logging, Performance Testing, Test Scripts
- **Published:** September 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/erp-lead/cathcart-technology-job107961612

## About the Role

* Experience of performing a similar Test Lead Role on a complex ERP/Business Change Programme
 * IFS Programme experience - and alternative ERP programmes
 * Ability to shape the strategy for key Test & Acceptance Phases of the Programme, including:

 * Functional Testing
 * User (Solution) Acceptance Testing
 * Operational Readiness Testing
 * Performance / Non-Functional Testing

Co-ordinate the identification and management of Test Scenarios/Test Scripts

Experienced in the set-up and Management of robust Test Tools e.g., Jira or similar.

Planning and Co-ordinating Test Phases, with clear Entry and Exit Criteria

Tracking of Test Results - Pass/Fail etc.

Ensuring the logging, prioritisation and management of defects through to resolution (including re-test cycles)

Produce appropriate metrics to communicate within the programme progress of test phases/defect resolution etc.

## Description

Working with a renowned global name, you'll be joining the team at an exciting time as they kick off a large implementation programme of a new enterprise-wide ERP system - IFS. As the Testing Lead you'll have a key role in identifying the scope, objectives and levels necessary for this solution, ensuring test coverage and efficiency throughout.


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