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:

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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, Win Biz, 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 d.

* 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…