Senior Functional Consultant

Cloud2 Consult; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant located in Birmingham, UK. The role involves leading implementations for clients in the manufacturing sector, providing solutions that improve operations. Responsibilities include designing D365 solutions, configuring modules, and mentoring junior consultants. The ideal candidate has a strong background in manufacturing processes and proven D365 expertise. Competitive compensation and an opportunity to influence client success are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior D365 Functional Consultant with manufacturing knowledge.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industry best practices.
• Experience in delivering mid-to-large implementations in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshops to understand manufacturing workflows and processes.
• Design and deliver D365 Business Central solutions aligned to best practice.
• Configure D365 modules for production, planning, and inventory.

Skills

Experience as a Senior D365 Functional Consultant

Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution

Understanding of MRP/MPS

Inventory & Warehouse Management

Process documentation and configuration

Ability to run workshops

Tools

D365 Business Central

Power Platform

Job description

Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant who understands manufacturing inside out. You’ll lead end-to-end implementations, translate operational challenges into smart D365 solutions, and guide clients through process improvements across the full manufacturing lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead workshops to understand manufacturing workflows (MTS / MTO, discrete / process, shop floor operations, planning, costing, quality, warehousing).
• Design and deliver D365 Business Central solutions aligned to best practice.
• Own functional documentation : requirements, solution design, configuration guides, test scripts.
• Configure and customise D365 modules relating to production, planning, inventory, and supply chain.
• Work closely with technical teams on integrations, data migration, extensions, and customisations.
• Support system testing, UAT, go-live, and post-deployment optimisation.
• Advise clients on process improvement opportunities and future‑proofing their manufacturing setup.
• Mentor junior consultants and support project governance.

Core Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Senior D365 Functional Consultant (Business Central).
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of key manufacturing modules :
• Production Orders / Manufacturing Execution
• MRP / MPS
• Inventory & Warehouse
• BOMs & Routings
• Quality Management
• Product Configuration
• Solid understanding of end‑to‑end manufacturing processes and industry best practices.
• Experience delivering mid‑to‑large implementations in a consulting environment.
• Ability to run workshops, gather requirements, map processes, and challenge client assumptions.
• Confident working with technical teams and explaining functional logic.

Nice to Have

• Experience with ISVs commonly used in manufacturing.
• Certifications in D365 Business Central.
• Exposure to Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
• Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement.

Personal Attributes

• Strong communicator who can influence and take ownership.
• Problem‑solver with a commercial mindset.
• Comfortable leading clients through change and ambiguity.