Manufacturing Solution Architect – Microsoft Dynamics 365

**By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.** Pay Range: $100,800.00 - $165,600.00 **Position Summary** We are seeking a highly experienced **Manufacturing Solution Architect** to lead the design and delivery of manufacturing capabilities within our global **Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)** platform. This role will be responsible for defining **end-to-end manufacturing solutions** across a complex, multi-ERP landscape, including the transition of acquired manufacturing businesses onto D365. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in **discrete and/or process manufacturing**, strong functional knowledge of D365, and the ability to partner across business and IT to deliver scalable, standardized solutions. This is a **hands-on architecture role** requiring both **strategic thinking and execution**, with close collaboration across ERP, MES, integration, and data teams. **Key Responsibilities** **Solution Architecture & Design** * Lead the design of **end-to-end manufacturing processes** in D365, including: * Plan to Produce (MPS/MRP) * Production Control (discrete and/or process manufacturing) * Shop floor execution * Inventory and warehouse integration * Define scalable solutions for **multi-site, multi-entity manufacturing operations** * Translate business requirements into **solution designs, functional specifications, and architecture artifacts** * Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture standards and long-term ERP strategy **ERP + MES Integration** * Partner with technical architects to define integration between **D365 and MES systems** (e.g., shop floor systems, work instructions, data collection) * Define system-of-record boundaries (ERP vs MES vs LIMS) * Support design of: * Production order integration * Inventory synchronization * Quality and traceability flows **Global Standardization & Transformation** * Drive **process standardization across acquired entities** transitioning from legacy ERPs (e.g., AX, Business Central, QAD, WinBiz, etc.) * Identify opportunities to reduce customization and promote **out-of-the-box D365 capabilities** * Contribute to the **5-year ERP + MES transformation roadmap** **Implementation Leadership** * Act as the **functional lead** during D365 implementations: * Guide configuration decisions * Support design workshops and fit/gap analysis * Oversee functional testing and validation * Partner with system integrators and internal teams to ensure **high-quality delivery** **Cross-Functional Collaboration** * Work closely with: * Operations / Manufacturing leadership * Supply chain, quality, and finance teams * Technical architects, developers, and integration teams * Serve as a **trusted advisor** to the business on manufacturing system capabilities and best practices **Required Qualifications** * 8+ years of experience in **ERP solution architecture or functional leadership roles** * Deep expertise in **Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O)** manufacturing modules: * Production Control * Master Planning (MRP/MPS) * Inventory Management * Proven experience in **manufacturing environments** (life sciences, medical device, or regulated industries preferred) * Experience supporting or integrating with **MES systems** * Strong understanding of: * Discrete and/or process manufacturing * Supply chain and inventory flows * Shop floor execution processes * Experience with **multi-entity, global ERP implementations** **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in **ERP consolidation or post-acquisition integration** * Familiarity with **Azure integration patterns** (Logic Apps, Service Bus, APIs) * Exposure to **LIMS, quality systems, or regulated manufacturing environments (GxP)** * Experience working with **Power Platform** (Power BI, Power Apps) for manufacturing insights * Microsoft certifications in D365 F&O (a plus) **Key Competencies** * Strong **business process acumen** in manufacturing operations * Ability to **bridge business and technical teams** * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills * Strategic mindset with a **hands-on, execution-oriented approach** * Proven ability to operate in **complex, global environments** **Success Measures** * Successful delivery of manufacturing capabilities within D365 implementations * Reduction in process variability across manufacturing sites * Seamless integration between ERP and MES systems * Adoption of standardized, scalable manufacturing processes * Contribution to long-term ERP modernization strategy **Why Join Bio-Techne:** * ### We offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield. * ### We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA. * ### We empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more. * ### We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.  * ### We offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave. * ### We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table. **Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.** **All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.** **To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.**