D365 Finance and Operations Lead SCM Consultant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a D365 Finance and Operations Lead SCM Consultant to join their dynamic team in Birmingham. This role involves leading end-to-end implementations, mentoring junior staff, and engaging in presales activities. The ideal candidate will have extensive consulting experience and a strong grasp of supply chain management processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a rapidly developing business area within a market-leading firm, offering a platform for professional growth and the chance to work with innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with D365F&O or AX2012 with 3+ implementations.
• Strong understanding of procurement, sales, inventory, and production processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead D365 F&O implementations through all project phases.
• Gather and document functional requirements for the workstream.
• Provide on-site support during delivery and go-live phases.

Skills

Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations

Consulting

Presentation Skills

Inventory Management

Master Planning

Procurement and Sourcing

Production Control

Sales and Marketing

Business Intelligence (BI)

Mentoring

Education

Microsoft Dynamics Certification

Tools

MS Office

Visio

Job description

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D365 Finance and Operations Lead SCM Consultant, Birmingham

Client:

KPMG

Location:

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

MS Dynamics 365 F&O Lead Supply Chain Management Consultant

The Microsoft Business Solutions (MBS) business unit at KPMG is looking for a Dynamics 365F&O Lead Finance Consultant with experience in all phases of large-scale enterprise Dynamics 365F&O projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a hands-on approach and proven experience in end-to-end implementations, combined with a strong understanding of SCM process and procedures and practical knowledge of interfacing and integration with Dynamics products. A demonstrable history of consultancy experience is a must as this role will entail continuous interaction with clients, leading onshore consultants, working alongside both onshore and offshore development teams. This role will also require a level of presales activities focused around Dynamics F&O functionality and the wider Microsoft platform. You will also contribute to proposal development and provide input in business development whilst leading and mentoring more junior staff.

This role is therefore key to KPMG Microsoft Business Solutions’ customer delivery of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations solutions. It is a dynamic and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly developing business area within an established and market-leading global firm.

Responsibilities:

• Leading the Supply chain management workstream of full end-to-end D365 F&O implementations through all phases of the project life cycle.
• Gathering and documenting functional requirements and conducting complete gap/fit analysis for the workstream.
• Ownership of the solution for the Supply chain / logistics work stream, making design decisions and reviewing/creating solution documentation.
• Solving and advising on complex problems with creative solutions.
• Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable.
• Providing on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of the project to clients and junior team members.
• Advising clients and delivery team members on scope (creep) and use of change control processes.
• Demonstrating ability around upselling and understanding of additional company capabilities.
• Knowledge of product roadmap and future releases of D365FO in the supply chain area and demonstrating changes/additions to team members.
• Responding to RFPs and RFQs and engaging in pre-sales activities as required.
• Contributing to practice development activities and the creation and delivery of these to colleagues.
• Leading and mentoring team members.
• Promoting company values.
• Managing the performance of junior members.
• Ensuring timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training.
• Carrying out additional duties as instructed by Directors.
• Representing KPMG MBS professionally at all times.

Requirements:

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience with Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations (D365F&O) or AX2012 with at least 3 end-to-end implementations. Extensive consulting experience and strong presentation skills.
• Ability to lead meetings and workshops, confidently present to C-Suite executives.
• Hands-on experience with D365FO modules: Inventory Management, Master Planning, Procurement and Sourcing, Product Information Management, Production Control, Sales and Marketing.
• Strong understanding of procurement, sales, inventory, production, and accounting processes.
• Knowledge of production and master planning; experience with transportation and warehousing is desirable.
• Experience with interfacing and integration of D365F&O.
• Microsoft Dynamics certification in Trade and Logistics, current version preferred.
• Strong MS Office skills; Visio is a plus.
• Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) is preferred.
• Experience responding to RFPs and RFQs.
• Mentoring experience with junior consultants is essential.

Soft Skills:

• Confidence and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Time management and multitasking skills.
• Clear and calm thinking under pressure.
• Client-centric approach.
• Willingness to learn and incorporate new technologies.
• Role model qualities for aspiring consultants.
• Leadership capabilities for junior team members.