Director of Business Systems Analysis (D365 FO)

Our client is seeking an experienced leader to guide their functional business analysis team. The Director of Business Systems Analysis will focus on driving business value through the effective use of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, with key areas of focus including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounting. Our client is looking for an inspirational leader who excels in communication across all levels of the organization and in guiding the team to translate business needs into comprehensive functional solutions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, delivering effective solutions, and fostering team growth through strong team management and leadership. 

What You’ll Do:

Location: Remote, or Hybrid if you live in the Phoenix, AZ area.

Reports to: Sr. Director, Business Systems ERP

Direct Reports: 5-7 Analysts

– Lead a high-performing team of functional business analysts, ensuring alignment with company’s strategic objectives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning. 

– Drive communication, collaboration, and solutioning with senior leadership and business partners to ensure that D365 FO initiatives meet organizational goals amidst shifting priorities and challenging deadlines. 

– Collaborate with stakeholders across various levels of the organization to understand complex business requirements and translate them into effective functional solutions within D365 FO, with common areas of focus including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounting. 

– Oversee the configuration, customization, and deployment of D365 FO, ensuring that best practices are followed and that business needs are met in a dynamic environment with multiple concurrent projects. 

– Manage the full lifecycle of D365 FO projects, ensuring on-time, within-budget delivery.  

– Coordinate cross-functional teams and navigate organizational complexities to ensure seamless project execution and system integration. 

– Analyze and optimize business processes by leveraging D365 FO to drive operational efficiencies and enhance business performance. 

– Act as the primary point of contact for all functional matters related to D365 FO, providing regular updates to senior leadership on project status, team performance, and system improvements, while effectively managing stakeholder expectations. 

– Stay updated with the latest D365 FO features and solutions from Microsoft, evaluating their impact on company’s ongoing and future initiatives. 

– Provide guidance and mentorship to the functional analysis team, helping them enhance their skills and ability to tackle the complexities of company’s business landscape. 

What You Bring:

– Minimum of 8+ years of experience in business systems management, including at least 3+ years in a leadership role. 

– Extensive experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations, including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounting modules. 

– Proven track record of leading successful D365 FO implementations, including configuration, customization, integration, and managing complex projects in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment. 

– Deep understanding of business processes in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Accounting, with the ability to align them with D365 FO capabilities. 

– Proficiency in project management and Agile, Scrum, and/or Scaled Agile methodologies, with hands-on experience using tools such as Azure DevOps and SharePoint. 

– Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, mentor, and drive a high-performing team while navigating organizational complexities. 

– Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization. 

– Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations are a plus, but certainly not required.

Full-Time Benefits:

Competitive salary, 401k with employer match, PTO, Paid parental leave for all, Medical, Dental, Vision plans, Fitness Programs, and more.

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