Quality Assurance & Test ManagerRemote – Portugal 6-Month Contract Global Logistics Organisation We are seeking an experienced Quality Assurance & Test Manager to lead quality governance for a major enterprise-wide network transformation programme within a global logistics environment. This is a high-impact contract role, ideal for a senior QA leader with deep enterprise network transformation experience and a passion for embedding structured quality practices into complex organisations. Programme Overview The organisation is undertaking the full replacement of legacy Cisco Systems infrastructure with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (Aruba) technologies across: Underlay network architecture SD-WAN SD-LAN Routers, switches, and wireless access points This transformation spans global operations and is critical to future scalability, security, and performance. The Role The Quality Assurance & Test Manager carries a dual mandate: Technical & Operational Quality Assurance Ensure the transformed network environment meets defined technical, operational, performance, and security standards. Capability & Culture Transformation Establish and embed a sustainable QA and structured testing culture across: The in-house network function A third-party service provider with limited exposure to enterprise-grade QA practices This role is not just delivery-focused — it is organisationally transformational. Key Responsibilities You will: Define and implement the end-to-end QA & Test governance framework Establish structured quality gates across all programme phases Govern testing across underlay, SD-WAN and SD-LAN domains Drive quality accountability across internal and external teams Introduce measurable KPIs and quality performance dashboards Certify operational readiness prior to go-live Provide executive-level quality assurance statements and reporting Core Deliverables QA & Test Management Framework and Quality Policy QA & Test Strategy and End-to-End Test Plan Quality Gate Entry/Exit Criteria and Evidence Packs RACI Matrix for QA & Test Responsibilities Quality Performance Dashboard and KPI Reporting Test Summary Reports and QA Statements Quality Capability Development Plan (internal & third-party) Operational Readiness Certification & Quality Sign-off Packs We are looking for: Proven experience as a QA/Test Manager in enterprise network transformation programmes Strong understanding of: Cisco enterprise environments HPE Aruba networking technologies SD-WAN / SD-LAN implementations Experience establishing QA frameworks in environments lacking structured testing maturity Strong governance, documentation, and executive reporting capability Experience working with third-party service providers in outsourced models Excellent stakeholder engagement skills Fluent English (Portuguese is advantageous) Ideal Background 10+ years in network quality assurance / test leadership Experience in logistics, supply chain, or other globally distributed environments preferred ITIL, ISTQB, or equivalent QA certifications beneficial