Business Central ERP Developer

About the Role: Business Central ERP Developer at Insight Recruitment

Insight Recruitment is seeking a senior-level Business Central ERP Developer to join its internal IT team. This newly created role is crucial during a period of rapid growth and operational transformation within a long-established, family-owned organization that consistently invests in its systems and capabilities.

This is a dedicated internal position, not a consulting or partner role. The Business Central ERP Developer will serve as the internal owner of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central environment, directly responsible for hands-on development and the ongoing evolution of the ERP platform, working in close partnership with various business units.

Role Snapshot

• Internal technical owner of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• Hands-on AL development with a strong focus on business process understanding
• Deep involvement in reviewing, improving, and shaping operational workflows
• Directing and overseeing outsourced or partner development when needed
• Strong preference for standard functionality and scalable design over unnecessary customization
• Initial onsite onboarding required, with long-term remote flexibility

What You’ll Do

• Own the day-to-day technical health, design, and evolution of the Business Central environment.
• Design, develop, and maintain solutions in Business Central using AL and modern, extension-based practices.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to understand end-to-end processes across operations, fulfillment, finance, and supply chain.
• Evaluate requirements and determine when to leverage standard Business Central functionality, configuration, process change, or custom development.
• Perform hands-on coding while also serving as the internal authority on ERP design decisions.
• Support and enhance integrations between Business Central and third-party platforms, including shipping, payment processing, EDI, document management, and treasury/cash management systems.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for outsourced or partner-led development, including reviewing code, designs, and deliverables.
• Reduce long-term reliance on external partners by building and maintaining internal ERP expertise.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex ERP issues with a focus on long-term stability and scalability.
• Contribute to documentation, standards, and best practices across the ERP environment.
• Collaborate closely with a small internal IT team spanning systems, BI, project management, and development.

What This Role Is (and Is Not)

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on coding while also engaging deeply with business processes and operational realities. It is designed for individuals who value ownership, accountability, and making a long-term impact within a single organization.

This role is not suited for someone seeking a formal people-management position or a narrowly scoped, heads-down development role with minimal business interaction.

Work Model

• Initial onsite presence in Knoxville is required for onboarding and immersion in the business (approximately the first three months).
• Long-term remote flexibility after onboarding.
• Occasional onsite travel may be required based on project needs.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong hands-on experience developing in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or NAV, with modern Business Central experience.
• Proficiency with AL and extension-based development.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and work through complex business processes within an ERP environment.
• Experience supporting or integrating Business Central with third-party systems such as shipping solutions, payment platforms, EDI, document management, or treasury systems.
• Comfort operating as the internal owner of an ERP system rather than in a consulting capacity.
• Ability to balance speed, stability, and long-term maintainability in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed, dependable, and focused on building durable internal solutions.

Key skills/competency

• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
• AL Development
• ERP Systems
• Business Process Optimization
• Integrations
• Technical Ownership
• Scalable Design
• Troubleshooting
• Documentation
• Supply Chain Management