Raghavender Gurujala

About Raghavender Gurujala

A transformation-focused IT leader with a consistent record of turning strategy into measurable business impact. Over the years, I’ve led complex, multi-year global transformations, scaled high-performing cross-functional teams, and built practices that deliver sustained growth. I operate at the intersection of business strategy, enterprise technology, and people leadership — helping organizations modernize platforms, optimize operations, and accelerate value creation without compromising operational excellence. I don’t just lead programs — I build momentum, clarity, and accountability. From enterprise-wide S/4HANA transformations (RISE with SAP, GROW with SAP, BTP) to AI-enabled multi-year AMS engagements, I have delivered large, multi-geo portfolios with 98% on-time execution and 95%+ client satisfaction. Because ultimately, outcomes speak louder than deliverables. Where I Drive Impact SAP Delivery & Enterprise Transformation • Lead-from-the-front execution of SAP S/4HANA programs, AMS engagements, and enterprise-scale ERP rollouts • Trusted strategic advisor to CxOs and business leaders on technology-led growth and modernization • Align IT strategy with core business objectives to accelerate tangible value realization Practice & Capability Leadership • Current Role – Global SAP Practice Lead & India ERP Lead (SAP, Oracle, Workday) – Financial Services • Built and scaled global, cross-functional teams to respond to dynamic client demands • Architected a talent-first framework prioritizing upskilling, billability, leadership development, and career progression Business Growth & Value Creation • Full P&L ownership with accountability for revenue, margins, and utilization at scale • Delivered 15% YoY margin growth and 25% cross-sell/upsell expansion across large portfolios • Designed and led winning solution strategies for transformation and AMS pursuits Account & Portfolio Leadership • Executive partner to Fortune 500 BFSI clients • Built long-term, value-driven relationships anchored in delivery excellence • Cultivated a culture of ownership, continuous learning, and client obsession What Drives Me Technology creates impact only when it is built around people. My leadership philosophy is simple: “Take care of your people, and they’ll take care of your customers.” I lead with purpose, passion, and people-first values — building trust, driving outcomes, and leaving every organization stronger than I found it.

Experience

1. ERP (SAP S4 Hana, Oracle, Workday) Practice Leader Financial Services

   Capgemini

   Jan 2020 — Present · Hyderabad, IN

   Leading Global SAP Practice +ORC and WD Practices for India | €90M+|| 900 Global Teams ||I lead a global SAP practice and India leader for Oracle, PeopleSoft and Workday, delivering transformation, implementation, development, and AMS services across geographies. With full P&L ownership, I’ve driven 20% YoY revenue growth and improved margins by 15% through operational excellence and strategic planning. Business Growth & Delivery Excellence• Led 25+ complex, multi-geo programs with 98% on-time delivery and 95% client satisfaction• Boosted win rates by 25% through strategic RfPs/RfIs, market-aligned offerings, and thought leadership• Achieved 90%+ resource utilization and a 10% increase in billing efficiency Capability LeadershipIn addition to my Practice role, I lead a global workforce transformation initiative impacting 900 professionals.• Reduced external hiring dependency by 30% through a “Build vs Buy” strategy• Improved deployment readiness by 25% and closed 90%+ of open roles on time• Designed multi-dimensional assessment frameworks and launched targeted learning journeysMy focus: building high-performance teams, driving measurable outcomes, and creating long-term value for clients and talent alike.

Education

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Computer Science & Information Technology

• Gautami Junior College

  Intermediate, MPC

• Indian Institute of Planning and Management

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, Mktg and Information Systems

• Don Bosco High School

  Schooling

Skills

• Service Delivery
• Business Process Improvement
• Sap Erp
• Enterprise Resource Planning (Erp)
• Consulting
• Testing
• Sap R/3
• Pre-Sales
• Sap Products
• Crm
• Itil
• Project Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• IT Service Management
• Sap
• Process Improvement
• Customer Relationship Management (Crm)
• Leadership
• Management
• Erp
• Requirements Analysis
• Sap Implementation
• Business Process