Job Description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central Consultant with a strong background in supply chain operations, inventory management, and process automation using Power Automate.

This role will work closely with operations, finance, and IT stakeholders to optimise supply chain processes, improve inventory visibility and accuracy, and deliver automation that drives efficiency across the business.

The ideal candidate combines deep functional knowledge of Business Central with real-world supply chain experience and a pragmatic, business-first mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, configuration, and optimisation of Business Central supply chain modules, including:
• Inventory Management
• Warehousing
• Purchasing & Procurement
• Demand Planning & Replenishment
• Item tracking, lot/serial management, and costing
• Translate business supply chain requirements into effective Business Central solutions
• Support and enhance end-to-end supply chain processes, from purchase order to receipt, storage, and fulfilment
• Ensure inventory data accuracy, valuation, and alignment with finance and operations

Inventory Management

• Design and improve inventory control processes, including:
• Stock levels and reorder policies
• Cycle counting and stock adjustments
• Inventory valuation methods
• Warehouse processes and controls
• Identify and resolve inventory inefficiencies, stock discrepancies, and process gaps
• Provide guidance on best practices for scalable inventory management within Business Central

Power Automate & Process Automation

• Design and implement Power Automate flows to streamline supply chain and inventory-related processes, such as:
• Purchase order approvals
• Notifications and alerts (stock levels, exceptions, delays)
• Integration with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)
• Work with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities that reduce manual effort and improve data flow
• Ensure automations are reliable, secure, and aligned with business governance standards

Stakeholder Engagement & Delivery

• Act as a trusted advisor to supply chain, operations, and finance teams
• Run workshops and requirement-gathering sessions with business users
• Support testing, user training, and go-live activities
• Provide post-implementation support and continuous improvement recommendations

Required Skills & Experience - Essential

• Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Proven supply chain and inventory management experience in a business or consulting environment
• Purchasing and procurement processes
• Inventory control and valuation
• Warehouse and logistics workflows
• Practical experience using Power Automate to automate business processes
• Ability to translate business needs into system solutions
• Strong communication skills and experience working with non-technical stakeholders

Desirable

• Experience integrating Business Central with other systems or Microsoft tools
• Understanding of manufacturing or distribution environments
• Experience supporting or delivering Business Central implementations
• Familiarity with Power BI for supply chain or inventory reporting

Personal Attributes

• Business-focused and solution-oriented
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, change-driven environment
• Strong attention to detail, particularly around data accuracy
• Proactive, collaborative, and confident working across teams
• Passion for improving processes through technology

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