Tata Consultancy Services

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

Tata Consultancy Services$180K — $250K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Solution and Integration Architecture for enterprise transformations
  • Extensive Aerospace & Defense aftermarket experience including spare parts management and MRO operations
  • Proficient as both Solution Architect (end-to-end process) and Integration Architect (system and interface design)
  • Familiarity with S/4HANA functional domains like OTC, PTP, and Service Management
  • Understanding of digital aspects like serialized inventory and global distribution networks
  • Strong leadership in large-scale SAP transformation programs

Responsibilities

  • Define the enterprise-wide SAP S/4HANA solution architecture for A&D transformations
  • Lead end-to-end solution design across S/4HANA functional domains
  • Architect and govern integration across both SAP and non-SAP systems
  • Drive architecture governance including solution design and technology standards
  • Act as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on business strategy alignment
  • Lead initiatives to transition legacy systems to modern cloud architectures

Benefits

  • Discretionary annual incentive
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Maternal and parental leave provisions
  • Insurance options for auto, home, and identity theft protection
  • Commuter benefits and reimbursement for certifications
  • Vacation and sick leave alongside paid holidays
  • Legal assistance and a 401K plan with performance bonuses
Full 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:

o Spare parts management

o MRO / CRO operations

o Service logistics and aftermarket fulfillment
• Strong experience as both:

o Solution Architect (end-to-end process and business architecture)

o 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

o 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:

o Digital thread (Engineering Supply Chain Aftermarket)

o Serialized inventory and traceability

o 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

o Event-driven architecture

o Microservices-based integration
• Hands-on expertise in:

o REST / OData / SOAP APIs

o IDOC / ALE / EDI integrations

o 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.)

o Technical publications systems (IPC / S1000D)

o External suppliers and partner ecosystems

Data & Governance
• Strong understanding of:

o Master data governance (Material, BOM, Equipment, Customer)

o Data synchronization strategies

o 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:

o Business capability models

o Process flows across aftermarket, supply chain, and service operations

o System landscape and deployment architecture
• Ensure alignment between:

o Business requirements

o SAP capabilities

o Industry best practices

Integration Architecture
• Architect and govern integration across SAP and non-SAP ecosystems
• Define integration standards for:

o APIs

o Events

o Batch data processing

o Real-time transactions
• Establish reusable integration frameworks and canonical data models

Program Delivery & Governance
• Lead architecture governance across:

o Solution design reviews

o Integration design approvals

o Technology standards adherence
• Drive:

o Fit-gap workshops

o Architecture boards

o 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:

o Engineering

o Supply chain

o Aftermarket

o Digital transformation teams
• Translate strategic business goals into scalable SAP-enabled solutions

Value Realization
• Drive enterprise outcomes including:

o Improved end-to-end process integration

o Reduced process cycle times

o Enhanced data consistency across systems

o Improved service levels and customer fulfillment
• Define KPI frameworks:

o Integration success rate

o System latency

o Process cycle time improvement

o Data consistency metrics

Transformation & Innovation
• Lead transformation from legacy landscapes to modern cloud-enabled SAP architectures
• Promote adoption of:

o API-led integration

o Event-driven architecture

o 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.

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About Tata Consultancy Services

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is an Indian multinational information technology (IT) services and consulting company, headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is a subsidiary of Tata Group and operates in 149 locations across 46 countries. TCS is the largest Indian company by market capitalization and is ranked 11th on the Forbes Global 2000 list of the world's biggest public companies. TCS is also the second-largest IT services company in the world by revenue and the largest employer of women in India. The company provides services in areas including IT, consulting, and business solutions.
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