Head of SAP Service Line

Job description

RGP is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial Head of SAP Service Line to spearhead the launch, growth, and delivery of our SAP advisory and implementation services.

As a true “coach/player,” you will both architect the practice strategy and roll up your sleeves, engaging with clients, leading pursuits, and ensuring delivery excellence.

You’ll partner closely with C-suite stakeholders, our Business Development teams, and the broader RGP organization to build a best-in-class SAP capability that drives measurable client impact and fuels RGP’s growth.

Practice Strategy & Growth

+ Define and execute a go-to-market strategy to build RGP’s SAP practice from the ground up.
+ Identify emerging market trends and service offerings (e.

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, S/4HANA, SAP BTP, GenAI, Digital Core modernizations) to differentiate RGP.
+ Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing SAP talent and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge-sharing.

Client Engagement & Delivery

+ Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client executives, shaping SAP roadmaps, business cases, and transformation programs.
+ Lead end-to-end delivery of complex SAP engagements (architecture, implementation, integration, and change management), ensuring on-time, on-budget, high-quality outcomes.
+ Oversee resource planning, project governance, and risk management to maintain delivery excellence and protect client value.

Business Development & Alliances

+ Collaborate with RGP’s Sales and Account teams to shape and win strategic SAP pursuits—crafting proposals, solution demos, and executive presentations.
+ Forge and deepen alliances with SAP and partner ecosystems (system integrators, technology providers) to co-sell and co-innovate.
+ Track and benchmark competitive rates, consumption patterns, and industry best practices—advocating for “value-add” utilization and pushing back on low-value scope.

Thought Leadership & Go-to-Market Enablement

+ Develop intellectual capital (point of view papers, frameworks, accelerators) and evangelize RGP’s SAP capabilities internally and with clients.
+ Represent RGP at industry events, webinars, and client workshops—showcasing deep domain expertise and influencing the market narrative.
+ Drive continuous enhancement of delivery assets, methodologies, and accelerators to increase repeatability and margin expansion.

Experience & Expertise

+ 15+ years SAP leadership experience, deep expertise in S/4HANA/RISE/BTP, proven sales origination with enterprise clients, hands-on delivery track record, and demonstrated P&L growth.
+ Proven success in both “seller” (business development, C-suite engagement) and “doer” (program delivery, technical leadership) roles.
+ Deep domain knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), and related modules spanning Finance, Supply Chain, and Technology.

Leadership & Team Building

+ Demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, and inspire cross-functional teams of consultants and technical specialists.
+ Track record of creating scalable delivery methodologies, tools, and accelerators that drive consistent, high-quality outcomes.

Strategic & Analytical Mindset

+ Strong business acumen with the ability to translate technical capabilities into tangible ROI and business value.
+ Experience benchmarking SI rates, consumption patterns, and identifying “gold-plating” to optimize cost-to-serve and margin.

Communication & Influence

+ Exceptional executive presence and communication skills—adept at influencing C-level stakeholders and navigating complex governance structures.
+ Skilled negotiator, able to manage client expectations, scope change, and conflicts to safeguard client success and partner profitability.

Entrepreneurial Drive

+ Self-starter with a collaborative spirit and bias for action—comfortable operating in an agile, fast-paced professional services environment.
+ Demonstrated success in building new service lines or practices within a consulting firm or similar organization.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Prior experience launching or scaling an SAP practice or service line within a professional services firm.
+ Exposure to emerging technologies (GenAI in SAP, automation, analytics) and their go-to-market strategies.
+ MBA or advanced degree in technology management, operations, or a related field.

Success Metrics: Revenue growth, client satisfaction, delivery excellence, practice maturity, talent retention, and market recognition.

+ Variety of workplace arrangements including hybrid, remote, onsite.
+ Compensation commensurate with employee qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market, and operational factors.
+ Pay Range: $200,000-265,000
+ An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies, and qualities that set our team apart.
+ Other Compensation: Incentive Compensation 
+ All Compensation is commensurate with employee qualifications, experience, and other factors including geographic location, market and operational factors.

 
+ Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Disability insurance, 401(k) savings plan, Employee Stock Purchase plan, Professional development program, **__** days of Paid Time Off per year, 8 Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required) 

At RGP, we're creating a future where businesses produce their best work without constraints.

We've built a global network of over 2,600 experts across four regions, providing a comprehensive suite of solutions across on-demand talent, next-generation consulting, and outsourced services to support organizations at every stage of their growth journey.

Trusted by Fortune 100 companies and emerging disruptors alike, we challenge conventional ways of working, drive growth, and pave the way for long-term success through bold innovation and fearless collaboration.

Our values guide everything we do and strengthen our commitment to people.

By combining smart processes, human-centered design, and advanced technology, we celebrate our team's excellence and ensure we grow together.

We believe in the power of continuous learning and development to drive both individual and organizational success.

It’s time to rethink how work gets done.

Dare to Work Differently® with RGP.

RGP is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected trait and encourage all applicants to apply.

 

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