Senior Microsoft AX Business Systems Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

MAKING EVERY DAY LIFE EASIER

Savaria is a global leader in accessibility and patient care products, designing and building wheelchair lifts, stairlifts, elevators for home and commercial applications, medical beds, therapeutic surfaces, ceiling track lifts and patient slings.  Savaria employs 2,500 valued associates globally and has 12 manufacturing facilities across North America, Europe, Mexico and Asia.

Position Summary

Savaria Patient Care is seeking an experienced Microsoft AX Business Systems Analyst to provide onsite functional and technical support for our Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3 ERP environment. This role serves as the primary liaison between business users and IT and requires 5-10 years of ERP business systems experience. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders while supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations.

Main Responsibilities

•    Serve as the primary on-site functional expert for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 R3. 

•    Act as a strategic advisor to business leaders by identifying opportunities to improve operational performance through ERP capabilities and process optimization. 

•    Lead cross-functional discussions to align business objectives, operational requirements, and system capabilities. 

•    Support and improve AX processes across Manufacturing, Master Planning/MRP, Production Control, Procurement & Sourcing, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Sales Order Processing, and intercompany transactions. 

•    Troubleshoot MRP and planning issues and analyze material shortages to determine root causes. 

•    Lead ERP-related projects, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives from requirements gathering through implementation. 

•    Develop queries, reports, dashboards, and exception reporting to improve decision-making. 

•    Coordinate with external Dynamics AX partners and developers when custom development is required. 

•    Develop and maintain documentation, training materials, and best practices. 

•    Mentor and train end users to strengthen ERP knowledge and adoption. 

Required Skills & Qualifications

•    5-10 years of ERP business systems experience in a manufacturing and/or distribution environment. 

•    Strong functional experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012, preferably AX 2012 R3. 

•    Strong understanding of MRP/Master Planning, manufacturing, BOMs, production orders, purchasing, inventory, warehouses, and sales orders. 

•    Strong SQL and data analysis skills. 

•    Experience developing reports, dashboards, and analytical tools. 

•    Demonstrated success leading cross-functional projects and influencing stakeholders. 

•   Excellent communication, problem-solving, and process improvement skills. 

Leadership Competencies 

•    Ability to influence without direct authority. 

•    Strategic thinker capable of aligning technology solutions with business goals. 

•    Proven change management and user adoption leadership skills. 

•    Ability to coach, mentor, and develop others. 

•    Strong decision-making and accountability. 

•    Collaborative leadership style with ability to build relationships across all organizational levels. 

Mindset, Skills & Education

•    Experience with multi- company/intercompany planning and transactions.

•    Experience with manufacturing warehouse design and inventory reservation strategies.

•    Experience with AX 2012 X++ or the ability to review/debug AX customizations.

•    Experience with SSRS, SQL Server, Power BI, or similar reporting tools.

•    Experience migrating from AX 2012 to Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain Management would be valuable for your longer-term ERP roadmap.

•    Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional, global teams.

•    Strategic thinking with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a passion for driving business value through technology.

•    Ability to apply established implementation requirements and standards, and to promote industry best practices.

•    Educational background in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field (Bachelor’s required).

This position is 100% on-site at 10888 Metro Court, Maryland Heights, MO 63043

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, career-oriented individual who wants to be part of a large, evolving, and successful global organization and help shape its future success.   Join us!

Savaria provides equal employment opportunities and consideration to all qualified employees and applicants, including disabled individuals and veterans.

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