Application Consultant Electra Events & Exhibitions

Provide day-to-day support for multiple business applications to ensure smooth operation.

Troubleshoot issues and resolve them promptly or escalate to suppliers as necessary.

Monitor application performance and maintain system stability.

Develop and enhance applications in line with changes to business requirements over time.

Within the above:

• ~80%+ focus on the ERP system (Business Central)
• ~20% focus on other specialist applications

Coordination with Suppliers:

• Raise support tickets with suppliers and follow up to ensure a timely resolution.
• Communicate business requirements and coordinate with suppliers for necessary changes or updates.
• Ensure changes are implemented effectively and align with business objectives

Business Requirement Gathering:

Work closely with business owners to understand and document their needs

Translate business requirements into technical specifications for suppliers or development teams.

Application Enhancements and Proposals:

Evaluate and propose new applications or solutions to address business needs or improve efficiency.

Stay updated on market trends and emerging technologies to recommend suitable tools.

Lead initiatives to integrate new applications into the existing technology ecosystem.

User Training and Documentation:

Train end-users on application features, workflows, and best practices.

Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for applications and processes.

Project Coordination:

Assist in planning and executing application-related projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.

Number of years of Experience:

3-5

Experience in supporting and managing business applications.

Familiarity with raising and managing support tickets with suppliers

Strong understanding of business workflows and process improvement

Education:

Bachelor s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

Systems:

Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central ERP or Dynamics NAV is highly advantageous.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficiency in managing and troubleshooting enterprise applications, including ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Business Central).

Knowledge of system integration (APIs), data migration, and basic SQL for reporting and analysis.

Experience with reporting tools (e.g., Power BI) and understanding IT infrastructure, including cloud solutions (Azure, Microsoft 365).

Familiarity with market trends and emerging SaaS applications to propose suitable solutions.

FUNCTIONAL SKILLS

Strong understanding of business processes and the ability to align applications with organizational needs.

Skilled in requirement gathering, vendor coordination, and managing support tickets.

Effective in managing change, implementing updates, and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to train end-users and create process manuals.

Proactive in identifying and proposing innovative tools and solutions to enhance business efficiency.

Other skills and competencies

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to multitask and work in a dynamic environment.

Proactive and resourceful approach to identifying and addressing business needs.