D365 Finance & Supply Chain Solution Architect

Avanade; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology consultancy in Manchester is seeking a D365 Finance & Supply Chain Solution Architect. This role involves leading design and implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions, managing client relationships, and guiding a diverse team of consultants. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of ERP experience and at least 5 years with Dynamics 365, demonstrating strong communication and team management skills. Embrace the opportunity to work with innovative technology and a top Microsoft partner.

Benefits

Extensive training and certifications

Access to global technical resources

Dedicated career advisor

Qualifications

• 10+ years of ERP experience, with at least 5 years in Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Experience managing large, geographically distributed teams.
• Hands-on experience with multi-phase, multi-country D365 implementations.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the functional architecture, ensuring solution accountability.
• Manage client relationships and expectations.
• Lead a team of functional consultants.

Skills

ERP experience

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management

Strong communication skills

Understanding of Microsoft technologies

Team management

Tools

Power Platform

Azure

Job description

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D365 Finance & Supply Chain Solution Architect, Manchester

Client:

Avanade

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

You’re a collaborator who loves solving problems with technology and using your interpersonal and organizational skills to build positive relationships. We’ll surround you with passionate people about technology and innovation.

As an ERP Solution Architect, you will be a trusted advisor to clients, leading the design and implementation of complex Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders to define solution architecture, ensure alignment with business needs, and drive digital transformation strategies. This role offers the opportunity to work for Microsoft’s #1 partner, focusing on innovation, leadership, and delivering high-impact solutions.

Together we do what matters.

• Finance, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain industry background highly desirable.
• 10+ years of ERP experience, with at least 5 years in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management.
• Full lifecycle Microsoft D365 Finance and Supply Chain Management implementations as a Solutions Architect.
• Strong communication skills to convey sophisticated solutions to less technical audiences.
• Understanding of Microsoft technologies related to D365, including Power Platform and Azure.
• Hands-on experience with multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-wide D365 implementations, focusing on pre-sales and engagement delivery.
• Experience managing large, geographically distributed teams.
• Ability to learn and adapt to Avanade delivery tools and methodologies.

Characteristics that can lead to success in this role:

• Consultative, collaborative, relationship builder
• Resilient, adaptable, flexible
• Humble leader, master negotiator
• Passionate about technology
• Effective storyteller and engaging content creator

This role involves defining and delivering the overall ERP solution, including system integrations and ISV/breed solutions.

You will lead end-to-end engagements, support presales activities, and assist in building implementation estimates, staffing models, and delivery approaches using Avanade tools and methodologies.

During project implementation, you’ll define scope and ensure quality delivery. A client-centric attitude and excellent interpersonal skills are essential to lead discussions with senior executives and manage a diverse team of consultants to deliver the final solution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and manage the functional architecture, ensuring solution accountability.
• Manage client relationships and expectations.
• Collaborate with project managers and technical architects to ensure solution delivery.
• Lead a team of functional consultants.
• Review and ensure alignment of documentation and outputs with requirements.
• Act as escalation point for project team and client issues.
• Coordinate with onshore and offshore teams.
• Mentor and support consultants on projects.
• Assist sales in solutioning deals.
• Stay updated on Microsoft innovations and share knowledge internally.

Some benefits of working at Avanade:

• Opportunity to work with Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (19 years in a row), with extensive training and certifications.
• Access to global technical resources.
• Dedicated career advisor for growth support.