Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons, is a significant player in aerospace and defence solutions in India. Tata Advanced Systems offers a comprehensive range of integrated solutions across Aerostructures & Aeroengines, Airborne Platforms & Systems, Defence & Security, and Land Mobility. With the requisite capabilities, resources and scale, Tata Advanced Systems is equipped to deliver end-to-end solutions across the aerospace and defence value chain—from design, engineering and manufacturing to full platform assembly, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), and lifecycle support. Its portfolio spans satellites, missiles, radars, unmanned aerial systems, artillery systems, command and control systems, optronics, homeland security and protected mobility solutions, as well as aircrafts and helicopters

We are looking for a Enterprise Applications & ERP Lead for Corporate IT team- Mumbai.

Reporting To

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Role Purpose

The Enterprise Applications & ERP Lead is responsible for strategy, governance, delivery, and stable operations of the enterprise application landscape at group level, with primary ownership of ERP systems and missioncritical business applications like SAP, PLM,CRM,HRMS, SCM,DMS etc. The role ensures process integrity, system availability, regulatory compliance, and continuous value realisation for core business functions.

Key Responsibilities

1. ERP & Application Landscape Ownership

Own endtoend responsibility of enterprise applications and ERP platforms (SAP ECC / S/4HANA or equivalent) and associated enterprise applications.
Ensure high availability, performance, data integrity, and operational stability of businesscritical systems.
Drive application lifecycle management including upgrades, enhancements, rollouts, and rationalisation.

2. Business Process Enablement

Partner with business stakeholders across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, HR, and Engineering and divisional heads of respective businesses.
Ensure ERP solutions are aligned to standardised and harmonised enterprise processes at group level
Support business expansion initiatives such as new plants, product lines, and organisational restructuring.

3. Program & Delivery Management

Lead large ERP initiatives including:
S/4HANA transformation / rollouts
Major functional enhancements
New Enterprise applications
Regulatorydriven changes
Ensure predictable delivery through structured program management, scope control, and risk management.

4. Governance, Controls & Compliance

Ensure adherence to:
IT General Controls (ITGC)
Segregation of Duties (SoD)
Internal, statutory, and system audits
Own change management, release governance, and transport controls.
Ensure compliance with information security, data privacy, and data residency requirements.

5. Vendor & Partner Management

Manage ERP system integrators, AMS partners, and OEMs at enterprise applications.
Drive service quality, SLA adherence, cost optimisation, and vendor accountability.
Govern contract renewals, AMC, and licensing in coordination with Procurement and Finance.

6. Integration & Data Enablement

Govern integrations between ERP and surrounding systems (MES, PLM, WMS, HR, BI, Analytics).
Ensure reliable, secure, and scalable integration architecture.
Enable accurate and timely business reporting through clean ERP data foundations.

7. Continuous Improvement

Drive ERPled process efficiency, automation, and simplification.
Reduce customisation and technical debt.
Improve user experience and adoption through structured improvements.

Key Deliverables

Stable and compliant ERP and enterprise application operations at group level.
Successful ERP programs delivered on time and within budget
Clean audit outcomes with minimal observations
Improved process efficiency and data visibility
Controlled application support and ownership costs

Qualifications & Experience

Engineering / MCA / MBA (Systems / Operations preferred).
15–18+ years of enterprise IT experience with strong ERP exposure.
Handson experience in ERP modules such as FI, MM, SD, PP, QM, PM, HR (as applicable)., HRMS, PLM, SCM,CRM etc,
Experience in manufacturing / engineering / PSU / regulated environments preferred.

Key Competencies

Strong Enterprise applications and architectural understanding
Governance and audit orientation
Program and vendor management
Stakeholder management at senior leadership and plant levels
Businessfirst, outcomedriven mindset