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D365 Finance and Operations Lead SCM Consultant, Newcastle upon Tyne
Client: KPMG
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Job Category: Consulting
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 9b517a217805
Job Views: 11
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
* Ownership of gathering and documentation of functional requirements and complete gap/fit analysis for workstream
* Ownership of the solution for the Supply chain / logistics work stream, making design decisions and reviewing/creating solution documentation
* Solves and advises on complex problems with creative solutions
* Delivery of end-user training to clients and colleagues where applicable
* Provide on-site support and assistance throughout delivery and go-live phases of project to client and more junior team members
* Advise client and delivery team members of scope (creep) and use of change control processes
* Demonstrate ability around upselling and understanding of additional company capabilities
* Knowledge of product roadmap and the content of future releases of D365FO in the supply chain area and demonstrate changes/additions to team members
* Involvement in responding to RFPs and RFQs and other pre-sales activities as required
* Involvement in further development of SCM capabilities in D365 F&O product team
* Contribute to practice development activities and involvement in the creation and delivery of these to fellow colleagues
* Leads people and helps to grow them in their role
* Promotes the Values of our company
* Performance manage two or more junior members of product team
* Ensure timely completion of internal processes and mandatory training
* Carry out additional duties as may occur from time to time as instructed and agreed by Directors
* Represent KPMG MBS in a professional and positive manner at all times
Requirements:
Qualifications and Skills
* Proven experience with Dynamics 365 for Finance and Operations (D365F&O) or AX2012 with a minimum of 3 end to end implementations; Extensive experience in consulting and very good presentation skills
* Ability to lead meetings and workshops, and confidently present to the C-Suite
* Demonstrable, hands-on Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Finance & Operations (D365FO) implementation experience including modules such as Inventory Management, Master Planning, Procurement and Sourcing, Product Information Management, Production Control, Sales and Marketing
* Strong understanding of procurement, sales, inventory, and production processes, including accounting postings
* Knowledge of production and master planning, transportation, and advanced warehousing is desirable
* Experience with interfacing and integration of D365F&O
* Microsoft Dynamics certification in Trade and Logistics, ideally current version
* Strong MS Office skills; Visio is a plus
* Experience with Business Intelligence (BI) is preferred
* Experience responding to RFPs and RFQs
* Experience mentoring junior consultants
Soft Skills:
* Exudes confidence
* Works independently and in teams
* Acts professionally
* Time management skills
* Calm under pressure
* Client-centric approach
* Willingness to learn new technologies
* Role model qualities
* Leadership skills for junior staff
* Ability to seek guidance from senior colleagues
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