ERP Solutions Architect

ERP Solutions Architect
Salary: £60,000
Location: Ballymena (on-site with occasional travel)
Type: Permanent

The Role

A leading Northern Ireland manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced ERP Solutions Architect to play a key role in a major Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations implementation.
This position will take ownership of the architecture and design of the ERP landscape, ensuring the platform supports complex manufacturing, finance, supply chain, and operational processes while integrating with existing enterprise systems.
The successful candidate will guide the organisation through the transition from legacy ERP platforms to a modern Dynamics 365 environment, working closely with implementation partners and internal stakeholders to ensure a scalable and robust solution.

Key Responsibilities

ERP Architecture

• Design and oversee the end-to-end solution architecture for Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations.
• Define system architecture including integrations, data flows, and dependencies.
• Ensure solutions align with Microsoft best practices and enterprise architecture standards.
• Provide architectural leadership across the ERP implementation lifecycle.

Manufacturing & Business Process Alignment

• Work closely with operations, finance, and supply chain teams to map and optimise processes.
• EnsureERP supports key manufacturing capabilities including:
  • Production planning and scheduling
  • Bill of materials (BOM)
  • Shop floor control
  • Inventory and warehouse management
  • Procurement and supplier management
  • Reporting and analytics

Legacy System Migration

• Support transition from legacy ERP platforms including Sage Line 500.
• Contribute to data migration strategies and system rationalisation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes during the transition.

Integration & Governance

• Design integration architecture between ERP and enterprise systems.
• Work with internal teams and implementation partners on delivery.
• Produce architecture documentation and ensure compliance with organisational standards.

Required Experience

• Proven experience as an ERP Solution Architect, ERP Architect, or Senior ERP Consultant.
• Strong experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations or Dynamics AX implementations.
• Deep understanding of enterprise business processes across:
  • Finance
  • Supply Chain
  • Manufacturing
  • Operations
• Experience designing enterprise ERP integrations and data migration strategies.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working in manufacturing, engineering, or automotive environments.
• Experience migrating from Sage ERP systems to Microsoft Dynamics 365.
• Knowledge of Azure Integration Services, Power Platform, or Power BI.
• Microsoft Dynamics certifications or equivalent.

Additional Information

• Degree in IT, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent experience.
• Opportunity to work on a large-scale ERP transformation programme within a complex manufacturing environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided, or contact Daire O'Connor at MCS Group:
? 028 9693 5515
? d.oconnor@mcsgroup.jobs
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