Introduction Do you enjoy connecting people with technology? So do we. You're a collaborator who loves solving problems with technology and using your good interpersonal and organizational skills to build positive relationships. We'll surround you with people who are as passionate about technology and innovation as you are. Come join us As an ERP Functional Application Architect, you are client-facing, responsible for translating the client’s business requirements into specific systems, applications, or process designs for very large complex IT solutions and integrating architecture. You will act as an advocate for the client; you are the ultimate authority on the architecture designed to address client business problems. You design activities and build system prototypes. Together we do what matters. What you’ll do * Transform business requirements into a straightforward and technical model, and match processes to application requirements. * Establish global ERP architecture by integrating ERP solutions across functional lines. * Prototype and configure processes in Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&SCM to make sure the system works the way your client needs it to. * Run workshops with your clients, consultants, and client leaders to analyze and design solutions for any application, and handle gaps detected during prototyping. * Create or evaluate a breakdown of your client's business processes so that you can identify and link functional and non-functional requirements. Work with the technical team to make sure that your clients' needs are incorporated into the specifications and functions. * Documents settings and prepare your clients to use the system. Support testing the proposed system and train users. * Support the sales team in deal shaping. Increases organization effectiveness by identifying opportunities to leverage solutions to other engagements. Accountable for the feasibility and overall estimates Skills and experiences * At least 3 full life cycle D365 F&SCM Finance module implementations as a Solutions Architect. * A validated structured approach to written and verbal communication. Able to communicate potentially sophisticated solutions to less technical people. * Understand the concepts and applications of Microsoft technologies related to Dynamics 365 including the Power Platform and Microsoft Azure. * Hands-on experience with multi-phase, multi-country, enterprise-wide D365 implementations, focusing on pre-sales/business development and engagement delivery. * Experience managing large geographically distributed teams. * Presales is a nice to have About you Characteristics that can spell success for this role * Consultative, collaborative, relationship builder * Resilient, adaptable, flexible * Humble leader, master negotiator, relationship builder * Intellectually curious and passionate about tech * Convincing storyteller and engaging content creator Enjoy your career Some of the best things about working at Avanade: * Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications) * Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally * Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth * Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you Find out more about some of our benefits [1] here. A great place to work: As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look! We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our [2] Inclusion & Diversity page. Create a future for our people that focuses on • Expanding your thinking • Experimenting courageously • Learning and pivoting Inspire greatness in our people by • Empowering every voice • Encouraging boldness • Celebrating progress Accelerate the impact of our people by • Amazing the client • Prioritizing what matters • Acting as one Learn more: To learn more about the types of projects our teams work on check out these case studies: * [3] How Norma Group transformed automotive supplier processes by harvesting the power of cloud-based ERP * [4] MSDW Podcast: What it means to be a modern manufacturer Check out our blogs: * [5] Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrow’s innovation * [6] Inside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade Compensation for roles at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. References Visible links 1. https://www.avanade.com/en/career/benefits 2. https://www.avanade.com/en-us/about-avanade/inclusion-and-diversity 3. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6D-gdjWbgw 4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qb6Lq40vtQ&list=PLoP-4KVd7rBwPIOn4\_J0RVzvlkc48-w2w 5. https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/avanade-insights 6. https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/inside-avanade We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.