Job Title: CE Functional Lead/Architect
Duration: Long Term
Location: Middletown, PA/Occasionally Onsite
** This position is primarily remote, but candidate needs to be onsite one or two weeks per month in Middletown, PA**
Description of Duties
- Responsible for assisting with the definition of functional and technical requirements related to mapping field/entry data from multiple source systems into the Microsoft CE CRM system.
- Work closely with, and be a member of, the team led by the Technical Architect, to understand business requirements, design effective solutions, and ensure user adoption.
- Conduct comprehensive business analysis to understand customer service processes and requirements.
- Translate complex tolling business rules into scalable, compliant CRM configurations and integrations with external systems including payment gateways, call center platforms, LPR systems, and other toll collection technologies.
- Design functional solutions leveraging Dynamics 365 CE capabilities, integrating with Contact Center applications and self-service portals.
- Collaborate with technical leads, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Configure Dynamics 365 CE applications to meet specific business requirements, with a particular emphasis on configuration, by the technical lead and developers.
- Support definition of functional requirements for integrating Dynamics 365 CE with Contact Center applications, self-service portals, back-office systems (e.g., ERP), and payment gateways.
- Ensure seamless functional integration and data flow across systems.
- Support, develop, and deliver training programs for end-users to ensure effective use of Dynamics 365 CE solutions.
- Promote user adoption through effective change management and support.
- Provide ongoing functional support and optimization for Dynamics 365 CE solutions.
- Identify and implement improvements to enhance system functionality and user experience.
- Manage functional aspects of large-scale projects, including requirement gathering, solution design, and testing.
- Lead the definition of functional and technical requirements related to mapping field/entry data from multiple source systems into the Microsoft CE CRM system.
- Fully document all created work, including technical and functional designs and diagrams, test plans, test scripts, impact analysis reports, lessons learned, and best practices as directed by the PTC.
- Develop and maintain a productive working relationship with technology staff, business owners, project sponsors, vendors, and key clients.
- Lead and participate in project team activities for system work efforts related to enterprise systems.
- Work independently to accomplish the tasks and duties assigned.
- Adhere to and follow all PTC standards, policies, and procedures.
- Utilize various software and/or technology tools to perform job duties.
- Perform tasks and other duties related to this position and role, as assigned by the PTC.
Desired Skillset
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Dynamics 365 CE (Customer Service module) functional implementation.
- 5+ years' experience in business analysis, requirements gathering, and functional solution design.
- Experience in managing and delivering Dynamics 365 CE projects with complex integrations.
- Experience in architecting systems where CE was tightly integrated with the financial system like SAP or other non-Dynamics 365 based ERP system in real time.
- Strong knowledge of Contact Center applications (e.g., Telephony & IVR based solutions) and self-service portals, with proven experience of at least two implementations where the contact center and self service portals where integrated with Dynamics CE and a financial system like SAP or any other ERP.
- Requires advanced knowledge of Dynamics 365 CE functionalities and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
- Deep understanding of Dynamics 365 CE capabilities, including customization, configuration, and user management.
- Strong SQL skills to be able to understand legacy databases and mapping them to Dynamics.
- Familiarity with integrating Dynamics 365 CE with back-office systems (e.g., ERP) and payment gateways.
- Experience in tolling or transportation industry is highly desirable but not required.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field is desired, but not required.
- This role should be working toward at least some of the following certifications:
- Dynamics 365 Customer Service Functional Consultant Associate (MB-230).
- Dynamics 365 Fundamentals (MB-910).
- Dynamics 365 + Power Platform Solution Architect Expert (PL-600).
- Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate (PL-200).
- Microsoft Power Platform + Dynamics 365 Core (MB-200).
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.