Dirk Gierlach
About Dirk Gierlach
Dirk Gierlach is the Head of Services APJ at SAP Fioneer, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in business and IT transformations, having held leadership roles at organizations such as ANZ Bank, Accenture, and SAP.
Current Role at SAP Fioneer
Dirk Gierlach serves as the Head of Services APJ at SAP Fioneer, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing service delivery and ensuring that the company's offerings meet the needs of clients in the Asia Pacific region. His leadership focuses on enhancing customer experience and driving business growth through effective service management.
Previous Experience at SAP
Before joining SAP Fioneer, Dirk Gierlach worked at SAP as the Head of Delivery for the Financial Services Industry in Asia Pacific from 2014 to 2021. During his tenure, he managed delivery operations and contributed to the development of solutions tailored for the financial services sector, ensuring alignment with industry standards and client expectations.
Career at Accenture
Dirk Gierlach has an extensive background at Accenture, where he held multiple roles from 1994 to 2009. He served as a Management Consultant, Partner/Senior Executive, and Senior Partner/Senior Executive. His responsibilities included leading financial services initiatives and advising C-level executives on strategy and program management. He was recognized as one of Accenture's Select Founders and a Global Top 25 Delivery Lead.
Experience in Financial Services
Dirk Gierlach has a comprehensive background in financial services, having worked across various domains including Retail, Corporate, Investment Banking, Cards, Payments, Funds Management, and Insurance. His expertise encompasses C-Level Advisory, Strategy Coaching, Program Management, and Portfolio Management, enabling him to drive significant business transformations for leading organizations.
Leadership Roles at ANZ Bank
At ANZ Bank, Dirk Gierlach held two key positions. He served as the Head of Transformation Management from 2011 to 2013, where he led initiatives to enhance operational efficiency. Additionally, he was the Executive Program Director from 2010 to 2011, overseeing critical programs aimed at driving transformation within the bank.