Program Director - SAP S/4HANA A&D, AFM Solution Architect

Job description

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Solution Architecture and Integration Architecture with proven ability to design enterprise-wide transformation programs
• Extensive experience in Aerospace & Defense (A&D)

Aftermarket domain, including

• Spare parts management o MRO / CRO operations
• Service logistics and aftermarket fulfillment

Strong experience as both

• Solution Architect (end-to-end process and business architecture)
• Integration Architect (system architecture and interface design) Solution Architecture Skills

End-to-end design across S/4HANA functional domains

• o OTC (Order-to-Cash) o PTP (Procure-to-Pay) o MRO / Service Management
• Inventory, EWM, and Spare Parts Management
• Experience designing target operating models for A&D aftermarket ecosystems
• Ability to align business processes, data models, and system architecture
• Strong understanding of:
• Digital thread (Engineering → Supply Chain → Aftermarket)
• Serialized inventory and traceability
• Global distribution and service networks

Integration Architecture Skills

• Expertise in SAP BTP Integration Suite (CPI, API Management, Event Mesh)
• Experience with SAP PI/PO and modernization to cloud-based integration
• Strong knowledge of: o API-led architecture
• Event-driven architecture
• Microservices-based integration
• Hands-on expertise in: o REST / OData / SOAP APIs o IDOC / ALE / EDI integrations
• Middleware platforms (MuleSoft, Boomi, etc.) Ecosystem Integration Experience
• Proven experience integrating S/4HANA with: o EWM, IBP, TM o PLM systems (Teamcenter, Windchill) o MRO / Asset systems (Maximo, etc.)
• Technical publications systems (IPC / S1000D)
• External suppliers and partner ecosystems

Data & Governance

• Strong understanding of:
• Master data governance (Material, BOM, Equipment, Customer)
• Data synchronization strategies
• Integration security, performance, and monitoring
• Experience in designing scalable and resilient enterprise architecture frameworks

Leadership & Transformation

• Proven leadership in large-scale ($50M+) SAP S/4HANA transformation programs
• Experience leading multi-stream global delivery teams
• Strong stakeholder engagement at CxO and enterprise architecture levels

Roles & Responsibilities Strategic Leadership

• Define the enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA solution and integration strategy for A&D Aftermarket transformation
• Establish target architecture blueprint covering business processes, systems, and integration layers
• Drive alignment of IT architecture with business strategy and transformation objectives

Solution Architecture

• Lead end -to-end solution design across all S/4HANA functional domains

Define

• Business capability models
• Process flows across aftermarket, supply chain, and service operations
• System landscape and deployment architecture

Ensure alignment between

• Business requirements o SAP capabilities
• Industry best practices Integration Architecture
• Architect and govern integration across SAP and non-SAP ecosystems
• Define integration standards for: o APIs
• Events
• Batch data processing
• Real-time transactions
• Establish reusable integration frameworks and canonical data models Program Delivery & Governance

Lead architecture governance across

• Solution design reviews
• Integration design approvals
• Technology standards adherence

Drive

• Fit-gap workshops
• Architecture boards
• Risk mitigation and issue resolution
• Ensure >95% milestone adherence and delivery predictability

Business Engagement

• Act as trusted advisor to CIO, CTO, and business leadership

Drive cross-functional alignment across

• Engineering
• Supply chain
• Aftermarket
• Digital transformation teams
• Translate strategic business goals into scalable SAP-enabled solutions Value Realization

Drive enterprise outcomes including

• Improved end-to-end process integration
• Reduced process cycle times
• Enhanced data consistency across systems
• Improved service levels and customer fulfillment

Define KPI frameworks

• Integration success rate
• System latency
• Process cycle time improvement
• Data consistency metrics Transformation & Innovation
• Lead transformation from legacy landscapes to modern cloud-enabled SAP architectures
• Promote adoption of: o API-led integration
• Event-driven architecture
• Intelligent enterprise frameworks
• Enable digital thread across engineering, supply chain, and aftermarket operations Generic Managerial Skills, If any
• Strong executive leadership and enterprise architecture mindset
• Proven ability to lead complex global transformation programs
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation skills
• Strong governance, decision-making, and conflict resolution capabilities
• Ability to align multiple stakeholders under a unified transformation vision
• Experience building and mentoring high-performing architecture and consulting teams
• Strong commercial acumen and delivery accountability Base Salary Range : $180,000 to $250,000 Per Annum TCS Employee Benefits Summary: Discretionary An nual Incentive.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.

Family Support

Maternal & Parental Leaves.

Insurance Options

Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.

Convenience & Professional Growth

Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.

Time Off

Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.

Legal & Financial Assistance

Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing. #LI-SV2 #LI-KUMARAN </div

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE