Functional Consultant - Business Central

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai is seeking a functional consultant to lead Dynamics 365 Business Central implementations, focusing on Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations, with LS Retail integration. You will translate business needs into system requirements and design end-to-end solutions.

The role requires 3+ years in Dynamics BC consulting, strong stakeholder communication, and hands-on experience in ERP projects across distribution, manufacturing, or retail sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in a functional consulting role focusing on Microsoft Dynamics BC.
• Experience in industries such as distribution, manufacturing, retail, or logistics is a plus.
• Experience with LS Retail is an added advantage.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Gather and translate business requirements from stakeholders into Dynamics BC specifications.
• Design end-to-end Solutions using Microsoft Dynamics BC modules and LS Retail integration.
• Lead ERP implementation and customization projects with timely delivery.
• Develop Power BI reports and data models integrated with Business Central via DAX measures.
• Manage UAT, training, and post-go-live support.
• Create user manuals and documentation; ensure QA throughout the project.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to align objectives.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics BC

Finance modules

Supply Chain modules

Operations modules

LS Retail

Business Central data structures

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

ERP implementations

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

LS Retail

Job description

Requirement Gathering and Analysis

• Engage with stakeholders to gather detailed business requirements.
• Analyze and understand business processes, translating them into system requirements.

Solution Design

• Design end-to-end solutions using Microsoft Dynamics BC modules.
• Develop functional specifications and system architecture based on business requirements.
• Configure the Dynamics system to align with business needs.

Implementation and Customization

• Lead the implementation of Dynamics BC projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Customize Dynamics BC modules (Finance, Sales, Marketing, etc.) to meet unique business requirements.
• Collaborate with technical teams for system integrations and customizations.

Power BI Report Development

• Understand reporting requirements from stakeholders.
• Prepare datasets or leverage existing datasets with new measures.
• Develop new measures using DAX.
• Create, validate, and optimize reports integrated with Business Central.

Project Management

• Lead workshops and meetings with key business stakeholders.
• Oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and manage post-go-live support.

Training and Documentation

• Provide end-user training on Dynamics BC functionality.
• Develop user manuals and documentation for implemented solutions.

Stakeholder Communication

• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure project alignment.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business users to ensure solutions meet objectives.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure thorough testing and adherence to quality assurance processes.
• Provide troubleshooting and resolution support during implementation and post-go-live phases.

Key Skills:

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics BC, particularly in Finance, Supply Chain, and Operations modules.

Strong understanding of LS Retail and Business Central table structures (mandatory).

Strong understanding of business processes such as financial management, sales & distribution, procurement, retail operations, and after-sales service.

Experience in project management, particularly in leading ERP implementations.

Problem-solving skills to address complex business challenges with technical solutions.

Excellent communication skills to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience in a functional consulting role, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics BC.
• Experience in industries such as distribution, manufacturing, retail, or logistics is a plus.
• Experience with LS Retail is an added advantage.