IndiGo is India’s largest and most preferred passenger airline and amongst the fastest growing airlines in the world.We have a simple philosophy: offer fares that are affordable, flights that are on time, and provide a courteous and hassle-free travel experience across our unparalleled network. We show that low cost does not mean low quality. With our fleet of over 320 aircraft, we operate well over 2000+ daily flights, connecting over 118 destinations (of which 32 international), welcoming 100 million customers on board last year. We have an industry leading on-time performance and one of the highest customer NPS in the Indian spanet. At IndiGo, we will continue to extend our scope, by spreading our wings internationally, developing from a domestic carrier to a global aviation giant.
Role OverviewAs the Digital Business Partner for Finance at IndiGo, you will lead the digital transformation of finance operations by driving strategy, implementation, and optimization of SAP S/4HANA and Ariba platforms. This leadership role requires deep expertise in enterprise finance systems, strong stakeholder management, and a proven ability to deliver scalable, compliant, and innovative solutions while leading a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Transformation & Business Partnership• Serve as the strategic technology advisor to the Finance leadership team, aligning digital initiatives with business objectives.• Drive automation, standardization, and process excellence across finance domains including P2P, R2R, treasury and financial reporting.• Ensure compliance with internal controls, audit requirements, and regulatory standards.• Monitor platform performance, user adoption, and drive continuous improvement.
SAP S/4HANA & Ariba Platform Leadership• Lead the end-to-end implementation, enhancement, and governance of SAP S/4HANA and Ariba platforms.• Oversee SAP landscape architecture including system design, integrations, and data flows.• Collaborate with BASIS, security, and infrastructure teams to ensure optimal system performance, scalability, and uptime.• Manage change control, transport management, and release cycles across SAP environments (DEV, QA, PROD).• Ensure data integrity, master data governance, and compliance with SAP best practices.• Drive adoption of SAP Fiori apps and user experience enhancements.
SAP Strategy & Roadmap• Develop and maintain a multi-year SAP strategy and roadmap aligned with organizational goals.• Lead strategic planning for upgrades, migrations, and new module rollouts (e.g., Group Reporting, Central Finance).• Evaluate emerging SAP technologies (e.g., BTP, AI/ML integrations, sustainability tools) for business relevance.• Establish governance frameworks for SAP platform usage, customization, and lifecycle management.• Partner with enterprise architecture and finance leadership to ensure long-term scalability and innovation.People Leadership & Team Development• Lead and mentor a team of SAP functional and technical experts, project managers, and analysts.• Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning within the team.• Set clear goals, provide regular feedback, and support career development for team members.• Collaborate with HR and Digital leadership to build future-ready capabilities in SAP and finance technology.
Integration & Ecosystem Management• Ensure seamless integration of SAP with other enterprise platforms (e.g., HRMS, CLM, BI tools).• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate with SAP support and implementation partners.• Lead cross-functional workshops to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Required Skills & Experience• 15+ years of experience in digital transformation, ERP implementation, or finance technology leadership roles.• Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance modules and SAP Ariba (Sourcing, Contracts, Procurement).• Strong understanding of finance processes, controls, and enterprise architecture.• Proven track record of leading large-scale digital programs and managing high-performing teams.• Exceptional stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, IT, Engineering, or related field.• SAP certifications (e.g., S/4HANA Finance, Ariba) are highly desirable.• Experience in aviation, logistics, or large-scale enterprise environments is a plus
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Additional information
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