Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Order Fulfillment with strong focus on aATP (Advanced Available-to-Promise)
- Proven experience in Aerospace & Defense (A&D) Aftermarket business processes including:
• Spare Parts Planning & Distribution
• MRO / Service Parts Fulfillment
• Repair loops & service logistics
- Strong hands-on configuration knowledge in:
• Product Allocation (PAL)
• Backorder Processing (BOP)
• Supply Assignment (ARun)
• Alternative-Based Confirmation (ABC)
- End-to-end integration knowledge across:
• SD (Sales & Distribution)
• MM / IM (Inventory Management)
• PP / IBP / Demand Planning
• EWM (Extended Warehouse Management)
- Expertise in S/4HANA embedded analytics & Fiori apps for ATP visibility
- Experience leading large-scale S/4HANA transformation programs
- Strong domain understanding of:
• A&D compliance (ITAR, export control)
• Serialized inventory & traceability
• Global supply chain complexity (multi-plant, multi-echelon)
- Experience with IBP integration and supply-demand balancing
- Prior exposure to RAP, GATP (legacy), and transition to aATP
- Strong stakeholder management with CxO-level engagement
Roles & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
• Lead global S/4HANA aATP transformation strategy for A&D aftermarket business
• Define target operating model for spare parts fulfillment & service logistics
• Partner with business leadership to drive inventory optimization and service level improvement
Solution Design & Delivery
• Architect and govern aATP solution design across global distribution networks
• Drive design for:
o Allocation strategies for constrained supply
o Real-time order promising across multiple plants/warehouses
o Service-level differentiated fulfillment models
• Ensure alignment with IBP, EWM, and downstream logistics systems
Program Governance
• Lead multi-stream teams
• Drive >95% on-time milestone delivery and program predictability
• Establish KPI frameworks:
o Order Fill Rate
o OTIF (On Time In Full)
o Backorder reduction
o Inventory turns improvement
• Provide executive reporting (SteerCo, KPI dashboards, risk mitigation)
Client Engagement
• Serve as trusted advisor to CxO stakeholders
• Drive value realization (cost reduction, working capital optimization, service excellence)
• Lead workshops, design reviews, and solution governance boards
Transformation & Innovation
• Drive adoption of:
o Predictive ATP
o AI-led supply allocation strategies
o Control tower visibility
• Identify opportunities for:
o Automation
o Digital aftermarket services
o Advanced analytics
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
• Executive leadership with proven ability to lead global transformation programs
• Strong decision-making and conflict resolution capabilities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to align cross-functional teams under a unified vision
• Mentorship and leadership development for delivery teams
Base Salary Range : $180,000 to $250,000 Per Annum
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
Discretionary Annual 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.
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