D365 Business Central Lead Functional Consultant
Job Title: D365 Business Central Lead Functional Consultant (Manufacturing)
Location: Fully Remote (UK-based)
Salary: Up to £80,000 + benefits
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced D365 Business Central Lead Functional Consultant to join a growing Microsoft Partner. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with a strong emphasis on functional delivery, and stakeholder engagement.
You will lead functional workstreams across end-to-end implementations, with a focus on manufacturing clients, while also playing a key role in shaping and scaling the D365 Business Central practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the functional delivery of D365 Business Central implementations from discovery through to go-live and post-implementation support
- Run client workshops to gather, analyse, and document business requirements
- Translate business needs into effective functional solutions within D365 Business Central
- Configure the system in line with best practices across finance, manufacturing, and supply chain modules
- Act as the main point of contact for functional queries and client engagement
- Provide expert guidance on manufacturing processes, including production, MRP, and warehousing
- Work closely with technical consultants and developers to ensure successful solution delivery
- Support pre-sales activities including demos, scoping, and solution design
- Mentor junior functional consultants and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
- Help define and improve delivery methodologies and best practices as the practice scales
Required Experience & Skills
- Strong experience as a Functional Consultant delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central projects
- Proven ability to lead functional workstreams or act as a senior/lead consultant
- In-depth understanding of core Business Central modules, particularly finance and manufacturing
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes (e.g., production orders, BOMs, MRP, inventory management)
- Experience facilitating workshops and managing stakeholder expectations
- Ability to translate complex business requirements into clear functional specifications
- Strong communication and client-facing skills
Desirable Skills
- Experience working within a Microsoft Partner environment
- Exposure to end-to-end project lifecycles across multiple industries
- Familiarity with Power Platform (Power BI, Power Automate)
- Experience with third-party manufacturing add-ons or ISVs
What’s on Offer
- Fully remote working model
- Opportunity to take a lead role in shaping and scaling a D365 Business Central practice
- Competitive salary up to £80,000
- Supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused environment
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for a senior D365 Business Central Functional Consultant who wants to remain hands-on with clients while stepping into a leadership position. It suits someone who enjoys working closely with manufacturing businesses, driving functional excellence, and contributing to the growth of a Microsoft Partner practice.
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality functional solutions and want to play a key role in a growing practice, this is a great opportunity to make a real impact.