SUMMARY
We are seeking an experienced consultant with expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. This pivotal role will have a direct impact on the success of our organization, offering a unique opportunity to shape and enhance key business processes. The ideal candidate will bring curiosity, a problem-solving mindset, a 'roll-up-your-sleeves' work style, and at least 4 years of hands-on Business Central experience.
This is a visible role within the organization and is instrumental in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions, driving system improvements, and ensuring seamless integration of Business Central across our operations.
JOB TITLE
Business Central Senior Systems Analyst
REPORTS TO
VP IT
LOCATION
Fort Worth, Texas (In office)
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Engage with business stakeholders in Finance, Retail, Operations, and Warehouse/Distribution to understand their needs and collect detailed business requirements.
- Convert business requirements into Business Central solutions and processes.
- Perform gap analysis to pinpoint areas where current system configuration falls short of business needs.
- Create and document Business Central solutions that fulfill business requirements.
- Set up and configure Business Central modules to enhance business processes.
- Ensure that solutions are scalable, sustainable, and in line with industry best practices.
- Liaise with IT and business team members to ensure successful deployment and integration of Business Central solutions.
- Prepare project plans, schedules, and progress reports for stakeholders.
- Conduct Business Central System Testing and Quality Assurance (including regression testing for upgrades).
- Detect and address issues and defects during the testing phase.
- Collaborate with functional teams to provide training for end-users and IT staff on Business Central features and best practices.
- Offer ongoing support and troubleshooting for Business Central-related challenges.
- Keep up-to-date with new features, updates, and best practices in Business Central and associated technologies.
- Recognize opportunities for process and system enhancements.
- Travel 10% to various store locations.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years as a Business Systems Analyst or similar role with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central – experience in a Retail environment is highly desirable.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Dynamics 365 Business Central
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proficiency in requirements gathering, business analysis, and translating business needs into technical solutions.
- Experience with data management and relational databases.
- Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) and SQL.
- Strong grasp of business processes and how they can be optimized using Business Central.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and capability to troubleshoot complex issues.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in diverse team environments.
- Experience in providing end-user training and ongoing support for Business Central users.
- Ability to create training materials, guides, and documentation.
- Experience with data migration strategies, data mapping, and ensuring data integrity.
- Proficiency in developing reports and dashboards for stakeholders.
- Ability to translate technical jargon into business language for stakeholders.
- Familiarity with change management processes to ensure smooth adoption of system upgrades or new features.
- Understanding of core financial processes like accounts receivable/payable, general ledger, and financial reporting, especially in a Business Central context.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Our Company is committed to equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, physical and/or mental disability, age, creed, arrest records, genetic predisposition or carrier status, and/or participation in lawful activities outside the workplace.
ABOUT TANDY
Tandy Leather Factory, Inc., (http://www.tandyleather.com), headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, is a specialty retailer of a broad product line, including leather and leatherworking tools buckles and adornments, leather dyes and finishes, saddle and tack hardware, and do-it-yourself kits. Tandy Leather distributes its products through its 100+ North American stores in 41 US states and 6 Canadian provinces and one international store located in Spain. Its common stock trades on the Nasdaq with the symbol "TLF".
Tandy Leather is an equal opportunity employer, and we participate in E-Verify.
