Material Master Data Specialist

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Summary:
Responsible for SAP master data integrity and maintenance of all Commercial and PDS (pharmaceutical development services) material SKUS with a high standard of quality. Master files include, Bills of Material (BOMs), Routings/Recipes, Material Master data, Pricing, Suppliers, Purchasing Record, Sourcing List, serialization information etc.

Responsibilities:

• Handle the receipt, validation, entry, and changes of master data, including add new items, update or change items, delete obsolescence items & validate master data in the following categories: Material Master- includes Basic data, Sales data, Classification data, Purchasing data, Planning Data, Warehouse data, Quality Management data & Costing data. Bill of Material (BOM) master file data. Routing master file. Purchasing record & sourcing list.
• Support continuous improvements to SAP MM and Planning Modules, master data maintenance, carry out approved data changes to address data quality issues, and provide support to supply chain department and other cross-functional business partners.
• Work within the business to ensure the accuracy and integrity of master data elements including the ability to timely troubleshoot any data issues.
• Develop processes to improve master data governance & quality.
• Ensure data maintenance activities are performed to Patheon’s global and regional data standards.
• Monitor and reviews SOX self–assessment, performing follow–up actions and investigations as needed. Engages with the wider business to help develop remedies for deficient controls and communicate to the Compliance team in the FDA-approved cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Assist in the management of the SAP master data governance process. Serve as department lead for root cause, corrective action initiatives and process improvement.
• Update master data training documents, working instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), business process and changes as required and communicate these changes to the business functional units as needed. Ensure appropriate communication and training for data entry into SAP.
• Ensure accurate and complete usage of data standards, through the use of data governance tools and processes.
• Enhance and update documentation of existing data standards as needed/directed.
• Prepare supply chain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and other ad hoc management reports; acts as a back-up for Supply Chain Analyst.

Performance KPIs

• Master data accuracy (Eliminates data inconsistency)
• Management reporting accuracy
• Alignment to data standards
• Timely and accurate updates of master data elements
• Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
• Perform alternating or rotating shift work (as required)

Required Qualifications:

• College or Technical School Diploma in related field of study
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field
• Minimum 4 years experience with SAP in Operations/Warehouse/ Manufacturing or related environment, preferably in pharmaceutical industry.
• Minimum 4 years advanced SAP Master Data experiences in Supply Chain Planning preferred.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM or CSCP certificate preferred.

Equivalency:

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong SAP knowledge, Microsoft (Excel, Access), SharePoint, Trackwise and Outlook to support daily master data functions.
• Experience and working knowledge of Data Systems and Data Warehousing an asset. Detail oriented and persistent with follow-ups to ensure completion, understanding of master data and impact on procedures and performance.
• Good understanding of change management, understanding of GMP systems, Quality systems and data Integrity.
• Solid team player and project management skills.
• Self-motivated and energetic.
• Ability to multi-task and work with minimum supervision.
• Effective communication (verbal and written) skills.
• Cross-functional business knowledge (Supply Chain/ Production/ Finance/ Sales) an asset.
• Proficiency with the English language.