Principal NetSuite Functional Consultant – Professional Services

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. Lead full-cycle NetSuite ERP implementations from discovery and process mapping through configuration, testing, training, cutover, go-live, and post-launch stabilization .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $135,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading full-cycle NetSuite ERP implementations, including functional architecture, business process analysis, and solution design. Possesses strong client-facing communication skills and the ability to mentor and guide teams while managing project scope and deliverables.

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NetSuite Functional ConsultingFull-Cycle NetSuite ImplementationsBusiness Process AnalysisClient-Facing CommunicationMentoring and Coaching

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Hard Skills

NetSuite ConfigurationWorkflow ConfigurationRequirements GatheringFunctional Design PreparationUser Acceptance TestingData Migration PlanningInventory ManagementOrder-To-Cash ProcessesProcure-To-Pay ProcessesMulti-Entity Financial Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-SolvingClient Relationship ManagementMentoring

Tools & Technologies

NetSuiteSuiteFlowSaved SearchesDashboardsReports

Certifications & Qualifications

NetSuite Certifications

Industry Keywords

ERP ConsultingFinancial ProcessesManufacturingWholesale DistributionSupply Chain Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead full-cycle NetSuite ERP implementations from discovery and process mapping through configuration, testing, training, cutover, go-live, and post-launch stabilization
Own functional architecture and delivery of multiple concurrent client engagements
Lead executive and stakeholder conversations about requirements, project status, risks, priorities, scope, and solution recommendations
Analyze business processes and design scalable NetSuite solutions using native functionality and configuration where practical
Provide functional leadership across financials, order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, inventory, manufacturing, distribution, multi-entity operations, and reporting
Serve as a subject matter expert in one or more NetSuite modules, business processes, or industries
Translate complex requirements into functional designs and specifications for technical consultants, developers, and integration partners
Lead client workshops, solution demonstrations, user acceptance testing, end-user training, and knowledge transfer
Oversee data-migration planning, validation, reconciliation, and cutover readiness
Monitor project scope, engagement profitability, deliverables, risks, and client expectations with project leadership
Review other consultants' configurations and deliverables for quality, scalability, and alignment with requirements
Mentor Senior Consultants, Consultants, and other team members
Support complex managed-services and post-go-live issues requiring senior functional analysis
Contribute to sales engineering, scoping, demonstrations, and business-development activities
Meet billable-hour and utilization expectations while maintaining client-service and delivery-quality standards
Report to the NetSuite Practice Manager and provide project leadership and mentorship to delivery team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least eight years of ERP consulting, business-process analysis, solution design, or closely related experience
Direct, hands-on NetSuite functional consulting and configuration experience
Approximately 7–10 or more full-cycle NetSuite implementations, with substantial responsibility as the functional lead
Experience leading multiple client projects or functional workstreams concurrently
Deep understanding of NetSuite financial and operational processes, including order-to-cash, procure-to-pay, record-to-report, and inventory management
Experience configuring workflows, saved searches, reports, dashboards, forms, roles, permissions, custom fields, and other native NetSuite functionality
Experience gathering requirements, mapping processes, preparing functional designs, leading testing, delivering training, and supporting go-live
Strong client-facing communication skills, including advising executives and challenging requests that may create unnecessary cost, complexity, or risk
Experience managing project scope, identifying risks, and contributing to successful, profitable engagements
Experience coaching, mentoring, or reviewing other consultants' work
Comfort working within billable-hour and utilization expectations
Ability to travel up to 25%, primarily within Eastern and Central U.S. time zones, including flights and overnight stays
Authorization to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship
Preferred: advanced expertise in NetSuite manufacturing, wholesale distribution, inventory, supply chain, or multi-entity financial management
Preferred: experience with Work Orders and Assemblies, WIP and Routing, OneWorld, Advanced Revenue Management, SuiteFlow, or related functionality
Preferred: experience with a NetSuite solution provider, ERP consulting firm, or professional-services organization
Preferred: NetSuite certifications
Preferred: experience contributing to project scoping, statements of work, solution demonstrations, or sales engineering
Preferred: familiarity collaborating with SuiteScript developers and integration specialists

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental plans with employer-paid employee-only options
Voluntary vision coverage
Employer-paid $50,000 life and AD&D insurance
Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
3% non-elective employer contribution to the 401(k) plan
Discretionary paid time off
$1,250 employee travel benefit after six months of employment, available once per calendar year
Gross profit-share bonus eligibility after one year of employment
Fully remote position