Systems Technical Lead (D365 Business Central)

Source & Connect; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic FMCG brand in Manchester is seeking a Systems Technical Lead to enhance their D365 Business Central environment. You will oversee ERP ownership, lead development and customisation efforts, and improve warehouse management processes. The ideal candidate has strong skills in AL and Power Platform, a background in finance, and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively. This role offers a hybrid working environment and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering ERP implementations and optimisations with Business Central.
• Strong development skills in AL, Power Automate, Power Apps, and SQL.
• Background in accounting or finance (CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Act as the internal Business Central expert, guiding the business.
• Build and maintain extensions, integrations, and custom modules.
• Lead the future deployment of warehouse management functionality.

Skills

ERP implementation

Development in AL

Power Platform proficiency

Stakeholder management

Reporting with Power BI

Education

CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

Jet Reports

SQL

Job description

Systems Technical Lead (D365 Business Central) | Permanent | £70,000 - £85,000 | Manchester - Hybrid

Source & Connect are proud to partner with a dynamic FMCG brand in Manchester seeking a hands‑on D365BC Technical Lead, to elevate their Business Central environment post‑implementation. This is a rare opportunity to lead system optimisation, drive warehouse management rollout, and embed best practice across finance and operations – all while bringing development and coding expertise to the table.

The Role:

• ERP Ownership: Act as the internal Business Central expert, guiding the business to fully utilise its capabilities across finance, operations, and supply chain.
• Development & Customisation: Build and maintain extensions, integrations, and custom modules using AL, Power Platform, and other relevant tools.
• Warehouse Management Rollout: Lead the future deployment of warehouse management functionality, including scoping, configuration, testing, and training.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with finance, supply chain, and operational teams to understand needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Process Improvement: Map current vs future state processes, identify gaps, and implement scalable solutions using Agile principles.
• Training & Support: Deliver workshops, manuals, and UAT sessions to ensure smooth adoption and ongoing system confidence.
• Reporting & Analytics: Work with the in‑house Data Analyst to develop dashboards and reports using Power BI, Jet Reports, and Excel to support commercial decision‑making.

Requirements:

• Proven experience delivering ERP implementations and optimisations – with Business Central.
• Strong development skills in AL, Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), and SQL.
• Background in accounting or finance (CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent).
• Exposure to supply chain or warehouse management processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills – able to bridge technical and business needs.
• Experience with reporting tools such as Power BI, Jet Reports, or Crystal Reports.
• Agile or Prince2 project delivery experience preferred.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting business in a huge stage of growth and development. For more information, please apply.