Program Director - SAP Aircraft Overhaul and Component Service Maintenance

SAP S/4HANA Functional LeaderMust Have Technical/Functional SkillsDeep expertise in SAP S/4HANA with strong functional leadership across MRO/CRO business processes in an A&D Aftermarket environment.Proven experience in Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) and Component Repair Operations (CRO) with clear understanding of aerospace aftermarket service models.Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA Plant Maintenance / Enterprise Asset Management, service management, spare parts planning, repair logistics, and maintenance execution.Hands-on experience integrating SAP S/4HANA with IBM Maximo, including process harmonization, asset/master data alignment, work order integration, maintenance history synchronization, and interface governance.Deep understanding of A&D aftermarket processes, including: Depot repair operations, Serialized component tracking, Rotables and repairables management, Warranty and service history visibility, Spare parts fulfillment and replenishment.Expertise in designing business processes across: Work order management, Asset lifecycle management, Maintenance planning and scheduling, Repair execution and turnaround tracking, Inventory and spare parts integration.Strong integration knowledge across: SAP S/4HANA PM / MM / SD / EWM, Maximo asset and maintenance processes, Middleware / interface orchestration frameworks.Experience leading large-scale SAP transformation programs involving multiple business units, delivery teams, and external application ecosystems.Strong familiarity with regulated A&D operating models, including traceability, compliance, quality controls, and export control considerations.Ability to define and drive KPI-based improvements in: Turnaround time, Asset availability, Maintenance productivity, Spare parts fill rate, Backlog reduction, Inventory optimization.Strong communication and executive stakeholder management skills with demonstrated ability to engage business, IT, operations, and leadership teams.Roles & ResponsibilitiesStrategic LeadershipLead the business and functional transformation vision for SAP S/4HANA MRO/CRO capabilities integrated with Maximo in an A&D Aftermarket setting.Define the target operating model for maintenance, repair, component tracking, repair turnaround optimization, and service-part enabled maintenance support.Partner with business leadership to improve operational efficiency, asset performance, repair throughput, and aftermarket service delivery.Solution DesignProvide end-to-end functional leadership for the design of SAP S/4HANA MRO/CRO processes integrated with Maximo-based maintenance and asset management workflows.Define business processes covering: Maintenance planning and execution, Depot and component repair lifecycle, Serialized asset and component traceability, Repairable inventory flows, Work order integration, Failure / inspection / service history synchronization.Govern integration design between SAP and Maximo to ensure process consistency, clean ownership, and scalable supportability.Program DeliveryLead large, cross-functional global teams across operations, supply chain, maintenance, IT, and integration workstreams.Drive design workshops, fit-gap analysis, solution governance, risk resolution, and milestone adherence.Ensure delivery predictability, quality, and business readiness across the transformation lifecycle.Establish strong delivery controls, functional quality gates, and business sign-off mechanisms.Business EngagementAct as a trusted advisor to business and technology leadership on aftermarket service transformation, MRO/CRO modernization, and integrated enterprise asset management strategy.Facilitate executive design reviews, governance boards, and steering committee discussions.Translate business priorities into practical, scalable SAP-Maximo-enabled operating capabilities.Value RealizationDefine and track transformation outcomes tied to: Faster repair turnaround, Improved asset uptime / availability, Reduced repair backlog, Better spare parts support for maintenance operations, Improved planning and maintenance execution visibility, Reduced operational inefficiencies and system fragmentation.Support KPI dashboards and executive reporting for value realization tracking.Transformation & InnovationDrive modernization of legacy maintenance and repair processes into an integrated digital platform architecture.Identify opportunities for automation, workflow standardization, intelligent maintenance planning, and data-driven decision support.Champion process harmonization across business functions, sites, and repair networks.Generic Managerial Skills, If anyStrong executive leadership and enterprise transformation mindset.Proven ability to lead large multi-disciplinary and geographically distributed teams.Excellent stakeholder management, facilitation, negotiation, and governance skills.Strong decision-making and issue-resolution capability in complex delivery environments.Ability to align business and IT teams under a common transformation vision.Experience mentoring functional leaders and building high-performing consulting teams.Commercial awareness, delivery accountability, and strong client-facing maturity. 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