MS Dynamics Business Analyst

Role: MS Dynamics Business Analyst

Duration: 6 month with possibility to extend or convert

Location: local to Minneapolis, onsite work as needed

Overview of the Project:

We are seeking a highly skilled Business Analyst to lead the rollout of Microsoft Dynamics. This initiative is part of a strategic effort to optimize and streamline business operations, enhance reporting capabilities, and improve overall system efficiency within the distribution network.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, including distributors, internal teams, and vendors, to gather and analyze business requirements for the MS Dynamics rollout.
• Develop detailed project plans, process flows, and documentation to support the successful deployment of MS Dynamics.
• Identify and address system and process gaps, ensuring comprehensive solutions are implemented to meet business needs.
• Work closely with technical teams to validate system configurations and ensure alignment with organizational requirements.
• Act as a liaison between business units and IT teams, facilitating clear and effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and escalate issues to appropriate stakeholders as needed.
• Conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), provide training materials, and support end-users to ensure a smooth transition.
• Continuously assess and improve processes, contributing to the overall success of the MS Dynamics initiative.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-7 years of proven experience as a Business Analyst, with a focus on software implementation and business process improvement projects.
• Technical Expertise: Hands-on experience working on Microsoft Dynamics initiatives, including system implementations, upgrades, or process optimizations.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to identify gaps in processes, systems, or requirements and develop actionable strategies to address them.
• Project Management: Highly organized, self-driven, and capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Problem-Solving: Adept at escalating challenges effectively while maintaining a solutions-oriented approach.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with distribution or supply chain operations.