At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the strategy for our Finance ERP ecosystem, focusing on Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Company: Join Kantar, a global leader in data and consulting, shaping brands of tomorrow.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work, ongoing learning, and a culture of collaboration and curiosity.
- Other info: Work closely with senior leaders and drive continuous improvement across systems.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Finance technology transformation in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Strong experience with D365 F&O and proven ERP transformation skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We're the world’s leading data, insights, and consulting company; we shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. Our Functions teams are right at the centre of our business, making sure we can always get better, every day. Supporting the business with things like Marketing, Human Resources, Finance, Legal and Technology, our Functions colleagues are skilled professionals whose role it is to ensure we continue to become an indispensable partner to brands everywhere.
Why this job is important
Kantar is undergoing a significant transformation as we evolve into a standalone, future-ready business. Our Finance technology landscape plays a critical role in enabling this change. As our Finance ERP Lead, you will shape and deliver the strategy for our ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) ecosystem, with a strong focus on Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O). You will ensure our platforms are scalable, resilient, and aligned with long-term business needs. This is a high-impact role where you will work at the intersection of Finance, Technology and Transformation, helping to simplify complexity and drive better decision-making across a global organisation.
What you'll be doing
- Define and lead the architecture and design of Kantar's Finance ERP landscape, with a focus on D365 Finance & Operations.
- Deliver large-scale ERP implementations and enhancements, ensuring quality, scalability and business alignment.
- Partner closely with Finance, Technology and Transformation teams to translate business needs into effective solutions.
- Oversee integrations, data flows and system design, ensuring best practice and consistency.
- Manage external vendors and delivery partners, ensuring strong performance and value for investment.
- Drive continuous improvement across system performance, stability and operational processes.
- Provide technical leadership and guidance across ERP platforms, supporting long-term roadmap development.
The ideal skills and experience
- Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations (D365 F&O).
- Experience working with other ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle is beneficial.
- Proven track record delivering ERP transformation programmes in complex organisations.
- Strong understanding of system integration, data structures and cloud-based architecture (ideally Microsoft Azure).
- Ability to translate business requirements into practical, scalable solutions.
- Experience managing stakeholders and influencing at senior levels.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with changing priorities.
What's in it for you
- Opportunity to shape the future of Finance technology in a global organisation.
- Work on large-scale transformation programmes with real business impact.
- Collaborate with senior leaders across Finance, Technology and Transformation.
- A flexible and hybrid working environment.
- A culture that values curiosity, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance ERP Lead in London employer: Kantar
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