Logistics Data Specialist

Job Title - Logistics Data Specialist

Career Level - D

Location: Chennai, India

Introduction to Role:

Join us as a Logistics Data Specialist, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Transit Temperature Management Business Process owner. You will contribute to process design, governance, and ongoing improvements to ensure efficient, effective, and transparent ways of working. This is an exciting opportunity to break new ground and leave a collective legacy in our Operations team.

Accountabilities:

As a Logistics Data Specialist, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the BAU process for Transportation Temperature Master & Transactional Data. You will onboard new sites to the correct process for existing Data maintenance & creation for New Customers, Lanes, Products, and support Chennai in set-up creation of new Profiles. You will work with various teams on the end-to-end Data processes and participate in testing of system changes/upgrades. You will also lead on data defect resolution projects before business processes are adversely impacted and maintain strong links & relationships across AZ with related functions/sites/DCs/MCs and initiatives in the company which contribute to the delivery of connected master data processes.

"Candidates should be willing to work in European time zone"

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Bachelors/Master’s degree in Engineering/Management
• 3-5 years working experience with SAP (preferred on Logistics processes)
• Working experience from process and data in corporate systems
• Working knowledge in LEAN problem solving (Level 0 and PPSs)
• Have knowledge on Business Process governance or data governance, Change Management
• Experience in pharmaceutical and logistics environment
• Good practical use of Excel or other database software
• Must be analytical, disciplined and should be able to independently handle work with minimum supervision

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• Safety Health and Environmental and Good Distribution or Manufacturing Practice management knowledge
• LEAN capability framework and any experience/certification in Continues improvement (Lean/Six Sigma) would also be considered as a plus
• Familiar with Logistics Processes & supporting Master Data processes & key Master & Transactional Data parameters
• Prior experience as a Business analyst/Functional analyst/Process expert

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by innovation and our commitment to deliver life-changing medicines. With constant new products and launches, there's never been a better time to join our Supply Chain team. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. We are active players in growth and evolution, promoting a Lean mindset and leading on sustainability. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to influence how we develop supply chains, using the latest technologies and modern facilities. If you want to make a big impact, this is the place for you. Our contribution to life-changing medicines is why people have been here for decades. We do it for the patients.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.