Analyst, Data Operations

As we are building out our Data Strategy and Operations organization as part of our Value Chain Management organization in the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain we are recruiting for this role as part of our Master Data Operations team. 

The IMSC MDM Operations team delivers trusted data to enable the launch & supply of products to our customers. Our key accountabilities include governance and maintenance of the Master Data Operations Framework; delivering a regulated and compliant data environment; using intelligent automation, workflow, process improvements, and third-party suppliers to improve quality, timeliness, cost, and effort across Supply Chain; applying deep end-to-end knowledge and subject matter expertise to define, shape and implement supply chain strategies; and cultivating talent as a distinctive capability.

This position will execute day-to-day master data management operations. Will develop solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity, while referring to established policies and procedures.

Responsible for the timely, efficient and accurate coordination, creation and maintenance of various master data elements (e.g. Material Master, BOM/Recipes, Production Versions,etc.) in SAP/ECC directly and/or through automated workflow system(s) and the execution of impact analyses or feasibility studies of change requests so that material planning, production, release, finance or other processes can proceed optimally.

Execute the data operations and data quality process. May include coordination of testing, error handling, data conversion and/or validation, and audit/compliance actions (Non-Conformance (NC) and/or Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA)).

Engage with partners on tactical matters. Provide tactical guidance and knowledge transfer to third-party team(s) and serve as point of escalation.

Participate in the completion of projects and departmental goals by tactically focusing on business outcomes. Execute tools and processes that improve master data management operations execution.

• Collaborate on the preparation of metrics, dashboards, and tracking to facilitate the efficient operations of the department.
• Participate in, and sometimes lead, operational and governance meetings including end-to-end, value capture, and third-party reviews.
• Collaborate to create and maintain documentation for area of responsibility. May include Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), protocols, data quality catalogs, and other policy and procedure documents. Deliver training to educate partners on detailed procedures, data flows, etc.
• Recommend creative solutions and participate in exploring refinement and implementation of those solutions.
• Support the deployment of the Data Management Framework

Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A minimum of 2 years of relevant professional business experience is required.
• Strong experience, preferably within the health care or FMCG industry.
• data processing systems (e.g. SAP required, OMP+ preferred)
• procedures & Tools for processing and managing Master Data
• GxP requirements
• Basic Business and/or technical knowledge and understanding of Supply Chain data elements, process, and organizational support models.
• MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong written, oral, and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships, influence others within job area through explanation of facts, policies and practices
• Ability to contribute on a diverse, multicultural and remote team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives within timelines, in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly.
• English fluently required, local language skills strongly preferred
• This position may require up to 5% of domestic and international (US) travel.
• Supervisor/people management experience is not required.

Key Working Relationships:

• Internal: IMSC MDM team, Value Chain Management roles eg. Supply Chain development leads, Planning functions such as E2E Planning, Site Planning, Finance, MAKE Operations, Quality assurance
• External: Third party suppliers of operational and/or project functions.

Other:

• May require up to 10% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites

Preferred Skills:

Advanced Analytics, Analytical Reasoning, Business Behavior, Business Intelligence (BI), Data Analysis, Data Capturing, Data-Driven Decision Making, Data Modeling, Data Privacy Standards, Data Reporting, Detail-Oriented, Execution Focus, Process Oriented, Project Support, Requirements Analysis, Statistical Analysis Systems (SAS) Programming, Workflow Analysis

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