Lead SCM Consultant- D365

Role: Lead SCM Consultant- Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations- Supply Chain Management(SCM) Location: Onsite is ideal in Seattle, WA area, but if remote, must be PST time zone. Duration: 6-12+ Months ContractMust have Skills – MUST HAVE 8+ years and then 5+ D365 – non-negotiable8-10 years in ERP/supply chain consulting5+ years hands-on in D365 F&O SCM / AX across 3+ full lifecycle projects.Delivered USA/India implementations Conduct workshops to gather SCM requirements, perform fit-gap analysis, and design solutions for procurement, inventory control, warehouse operations, transportation, and master planning integrated with F&O Finance. Configure core SCM modules: Product Information Management, Purchase Orders, Inventory Journals, Warehouse Management (WMS), Quality Control, and Production Orders, optimized for automation and scalability. Domain Experience (If any ) – ERP/Supply ChainSO is for SCM Consultant This senior consultant leads the configuration and implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations Supply Chain Management (SCM) modules, including Procurement & Sourcing, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, and Production Control. The role bridges business requirements with system capabilities for multi-entity organizations across USA and India, driving efficiency in global supply chains through process workshops, fit-gap analysis, and end-to-end delivery. Key Responsibilities Conduct workshops to gather SCM requirements, perform fit-gap analysis, and design solutions for procurement, inventory control, warehouse operations, transportation, and master planning integrated with F&O Finance. Configure core SCM modules: Product Information Management, Purchase Orders, Inventory Journals, Warehouse Management (WMS), Quality Control, and Production Orders, optimized for automation and scalability. Lead data migration for master data (items, vendors, locations) and transactional volumes using DMF, including validation for multi-site USA/India setups. Set up integrations with external systems (e.g., 3PL providers, shipping carriers) and financial postings for procure-to-pay and inventory valuation compliant with US GAAP and Indian statutory needs. Drive UAT, cutover planning, user training, and hypercare, resolving SCM issues in real-time across global teams and time zones. Collaborate with technical architects on extensions and contribute to pre-sales demos, RFPs, and process optimization recommendations. Mentor junior consultants on best practices, release updates, and reusable SCM templates for faster implementations. Required Experience (8-10 Years) 8-10 years in ERP/supply chain consulting, with 5+ years hands-on in D365 F&O SCM / AX across 3+ full lifecycle projects. Delivered USA/India implementations involving localization, multi-warehouse operations, and Agile/onshore-offshore delivery models. Proven expertise in high-volume SCM scenarios like vendor-managed inventory or advanced WMS. Skills and Qualifications Bachelor s/Master s in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering; certifications like MB-330 (SCM), MB-300 preferred. Deep knowledge of D365 SCM configuration: release strategies, picking/packing, cycle counting, MRP, and quality management. Strong process mapping skills (Visio/BPMN) for end-to-end supply chain flows and analytics via Power BI. Excellent communication for stakeholder workshops and documentation in multi-geography contexts. Behavioral Competencies Analytical problem-solver focused on OOTB configurations to minimize customizations. Collaborative leader adept at global team dynamics and driving operational excellence.