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The primary role of the Master Data Specialist is to establish, maintain and ensure the accuracy of supply chain master data within SAP to support manufacturing operations across Drug Substance (DS), Drug Product (DP) and Finished Goods (FG) Packaging. This includes the management and governance of material master data, Bill of Materials (BOMs), recipes and production versions in alignment with the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and planning requirements. The Master Data Specialist works cross-functionally with Supply Planning, Manufacturing, MES, Master Data Governance (MDG), Quality, and Global Master Data teams to ensure master data readiness to support manufacturing execution, product launches and artwork updates. The role supports supply chain operations through accurate system setup, data governance and collaboration with site and global stakeholders to ensure data integrity, regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
Job Responsibility:
Accountable for master data accuracy and integrity within SAP
Accountable for representing the site master data function in global master data forums and cross-functional meetings
Accountable for product Veeva change control state progression and readiness in a timely manner
Responsible for the creation, maintenance and verification of Finished Goods (FG), Drug Product (DP) and Drug Substance (DS) Bill of Materials (BOMs), recipes and production versions within SAP
Responsible for ensuring material master and production version structures are aligned with MES and manufacturing requirements
Responsible for new material master creation and ensuring required attributes including control cycles, segmentation, sales order profiles, valuation types, and costing structures are accurately maintained
Responsible for managing production version effectiveness dates and ensuring correct system setup during transitions between versions following artwork or process changes
Responsible for assessing incoming workload on an ongoing basis and tracking progress against planned activities
Responsible for building effective cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders across various teams including MSAT, Supply Planning, MES, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Operations
Participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure master data readiness in support of manufacturing and supply planning activities
Responsible for embedding new supply chain master data processes and support continuous improvement initiatives to improve data governance and system accuracy
Responsible for initiating Veeva records where required for supply chain master data updates and packaging related change control activities
Responsible for progressing Veeva change control activities in a timely manner to ensure master data readiness for manufacturing and product launches
Responsible for coordinating upcoming artwork changes with Packaging Planning teams and agreeing implementation timelines for associated master data updates
Responsible for working closely with Global Master Data team representatives on recipe updates and verification activities
Responsible for engaging with the Master Data Governance (MDG) team to assess master data update requirements and support prerequisite activities required for recipe creation and updates
Participate in meetings with site launch managers to ensure master data readiness to support product launches and manufacturing campaigns
Responsible for ensuring all master data activities are performed in accordance with GMP and regulatory compliance requirements
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data governance, process efficiency and system accuracy
Responsible for performing other duties as assigned to support business needs
Requirements:
Associates or bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Supply Chain, Finance or other technical field or relevant experience
Strong knowledge of master data and how it applies to business
Experience of working in an SAP environment and audit experience would be desirable
Managing data in an ERP environment
Strong attention to detail
Excellent Planning and Analytical skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work virtually across local and global teams