Microsoft Dynamics 365 (F&O) Senior Functional Consultant

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable advisory firm in Johannesburg is seeking a D365 Senior Functional Consultant to evaluate client requirements and implement solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Supply Chain management and a track record in relevant industries. This role involves leading design sessions, mentoring junior consultants, and ensuring project milestones are met.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Experience in industries such as manufacturing, FMCG, and retail.
• Proven track record of managing complex business problems.

Responsibilities

• Lead discovery meetings with clients.
• Conduct GAP analysis and configure D365 modules.
• Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge transfer.

Skills

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations

Project management

Business analysis

Supply Chain management

Tools

Microsoft Azure Stack

PowerApps

Job description

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Location: Johannesburg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Date: Aug 19, 2025

Requisition ID: 1624062

The D365 Senior Functional Consultant will act as a subject matter expert (SME) in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, with a focus on Supply Chain. This role involves evaluating client requirements, analysing business processes, and identifying operational challenges to design and implement effective, value-driven solutions using the D365 platform.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced professional who combines deep technical expertise with strong business acumen. The ideal candidate will have a successful track record in industries such as manufacturing, food and beverage, FMCG, financial services, retail, and wholesale distribution. This role is well-suited to someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex business problems, and is passionate about leveraging technology to drive transformation and efficiency.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead in discovery meetings with the client to understand current business processes that need to be incorporated into D365 FSC
• Lead in design sessions with formulate the to be D365 solution.
• Work with the client to understand legacy data components and identify the appropriate location for such data in D365.
• Validation of business practices and processes in Dynamics based on discovery analysis
• Conducting GAP analysis to determine the difference between application and business processes Lead end-to-end implementations of D365 F&O Supply Chain modules.
• Configure D365 modules including Inventory, Master Planning, Production, Demand Planning, Procurement, Warehousing, transportation and asset management.
• Mentor junior consultants and support knowledge transfer.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure project milestones are met.
• Support pre-sales efforts with solution design and proposal development.
• Identify creative solutions for processes that aren’t fully accomplished by standard D365
• Develop and deliver presentations to customers by outlining findings and recommendations to guide the implementation of the identified solution
• Translate functional business objectives and critical success factors into functional documents
• Configure application as appropriate to conform to business process definition
• Train users in a hands-on methodology and develop training documentation
• Provide on-going support to end users, assisting with trouble shooting or additional training via email, phone or site visits
• Maintainand expandclient relationships through delivery of high-quality services
• Fully utilizeMicrosoft Technology and the Microsoft Azure Stack (LCS, BPM, VSTS, Task guides, PowerApps, Office 365, etc.)

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