Associate Master Data Specialist

Job Summary:

• The Associate Master Data Specialist (AMDS) is a vital role within the Global Master Data Operations (GMDO) team, which is part of Global Product and Supply Chain Management (PTS).
• PTS ensures worldwide reliable supply of medicines to patients by connecting their needs to the Client Pharma Global Supply Network.
• The GMDO team is composed of data maintenance, process, and system experts whose mission is to deliver high-quality master data, ensuring fast and affordable medicine delivery.
• The AMDS supports this mission by providing tailored services for master data provision and sustaining various global maintenance systems and operational processes.
• This role is critical for enabling supply chain and manufacturing processes.
• The AMDS will spend most of their time performing end-to-end master data maintenance and driving the continuous improvement of data, processes, and relevant systems. Collaboration with local and global functional experts is key to this role.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Execute end-to-end master data maintenance within SAP ECC/S4HANA, with a primary focus on Materials Management (MM) and Production Planning (PP) modules.
• This includes the creation and life-cycle management of Material Masters, Bill of Materials (BOMs), Master Recipes/Routings, Source Lists, Info Records, as well as other related master data objects as required.
• Ensure "right first time" data quality by conducting all necessary pre-checks and evaluating correct parameters.
• Adhere strictly to the established service level agreements (SLA).
• Identify and report maintenance-related issues, analyze root causes, and work to resolve them promptly.
• Actively contribute to the development of master data standards and templates.
• Identify, support, and potentially lead continuous improvement projects (e.g., RPA, data/process improvements) to reduce lead time and increase data quality.
• Provide input for the development of training/documentation and support the onboarding of new team members.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or specialized diploma with relevant experience.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in master data maintenance or supply chain planning.
• Experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Manufacturing Operations within a global environment.

• Strong knowledge of business processes in the pharmaceutical supply chain is preferred.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint) and document sharing systems.
• Familiarity with SAP modules such as MM, PP, SD, QM, APO, TM, EWM, or OMP is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing, in English.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent teamwork and the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with a range of global stakeholders.
• Great organizational skills, time management, and the ability to deliver quality results under pressure.
• Meticulous approach to work, strong attention to detail, and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Strong analytical/problem-solving skills and proactive management of potential issues.