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This is an amazing opportunity to work within one of the fastest growing Managed Services Providers. We are a company with a heart and soul dedicated to the ongoing success and growth of our employees and continued business success of the customers we support. We foster a fun and connected environment with employee benefits extending beyond general compensation and into company sponsored events and an invested culture of learning. The Lead Functional Consultant, SCM & Manufacturing, is responsible for leading the end-to-end project lifecycle, from project conception to successful implementation, specifically focusing on Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Manufacturing solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of Microsoft Dynamics AX/ F&SCM, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate and manage both functional teams and project scope effectively. Duties and Responsibilities Gap Fit Analysis: Conduct thorough Gap Fit Analysis to identify areas where existing solutions meet or fall short of business requirements. Project Scoping and Strategic Planning: Participate in project scoping sessions and contribute to the strategic planning of system solutions that align with client objectives. Stakeholder Engagement: Meet with decision-makers, systems owners, and end users to define business, financial, and operational requirements, ensuring that system goals are clearly understood and documented. Solution Design Validation: Confirm that specific solutions meet the overall functional Solution Designs, ensuring alignment with project goals and client expectations. Functional Team Leadership: Lead the functional team, providing guidance and oversight to ensure that project deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations. Collaboration with Project Team: Work closely with the onsite Project Team and Project Manager to ensure that project timelines are met and that any issues are promptly addressed. Data Migration Strategy Development: Develop data migration strategies for AX/ F&SCM SCM & Advanced WMS, and AX/ F&SCM Manufacturing WMS, using Microsoft recommended tools and frameworks. Requirement Documentation: Collaborate with clients and functional teams to create and review comprehensive requirements documents. Solution Design: Work closely with functional teams on gap fit documents and help design both functional and technical solutions that are optimal for the project. Presales and Customer Assessments: Participate in presales activities, customer assessments, and the development of proposals to support business development efforts. Mentorship: Mentor junior functional resources on the team, providing guidance and support to help them grow their skills and contribute effectively to projects. Practice Competency Development: Contribute to the development of practice competencies through active participation and knowledge sharing. This job description is not designed to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities required of the employee in this position, as duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Education Bachelor s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university. In lieu of a Bachelor s degree, equivalent years of experience in functional consulting, particularly with Microsoft Dynamics AX/ F&SCM , may be considered. The ratio is 1:1, meaning one year of college equals one year of work experience, and vice versa. Dynamics AX/ F&SCM certifications are highly desired. Experience Customarily has at least 8 years of hands-on software implementation experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX, preferably with version 2012 R1, R2, R3, and/or AX7/Dynamics365. Customarily has managed at least five full lifecycle Dynamics AX implementations. Experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX/ F&SCM in Manufacturing and Distribution implementations is required. Working experience and knowledge of Microsoft Sure Step implementation methodology, as well as in LCS and CRP. Proven track record and experience in a Dynamics AX/ F&SCM consulting role. Skills/Attributes Synoptek core DNA behaviors : Clarity: Possesses excellent communication skills, makes a concentrated effort to speak the customers language. Ability to field questions with concise, well-constructed responses OwnIT: Shows integrity, innovation, and accountability in completing daily assignments Results: Solutions focused and driven to resolve conflict quickly and precisely. Proactively looks for opportunities to contribute to the company s business goals Growth: Willing to learn and ask questions. Constantly looking for new ways to improve yourself. Ability to adapt and grow in a fast-paced environment Team: Embraces both customers and colleagues as team members. Ability to be flexible, respectful, engaged and collaborative Deep knowledge of the functional capabilities of Dynamics AX Warehouse Management Systems settings (WAX & TRAX is preferred). Proficient in developing data migration strategies using Microsoft recommended tools and frameworks. Strong skills in managing complex projects, with the ability to lead functional teams and ensure successful implementation. Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a functional team. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work directly with clients and understand their needs. Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve complex problems and design effective solutions.
