Senior Manager, Senior Master Data Administrator & Steward

This is what you will do:

The senior Master Data Administrator & Steward is responsible for defining the operations data information model standards and maintaining info model data of the highest integrity to support the business. .  They will  assist the data manager in the development and deployment of data governance and analytics to ensure use of data as a strategic asset.

You will be responsible for:

• Define the data assets & standards within the Operations data domain 
• Approve data change requests within the data domain 
• Assist in the development of data quality KPI’s for their data domain
• Provide data stewardship as a service to the relevant operations functions
• Build strong cross-organizational relationships by partnering with business and technology stakeholders to facilitate data governance and link data management practices to achieve business value
• Champion the value of data and collaborate with Alexion Operations teams to support understanding of available data, build data capabilities, and implement data initiatives
• Assist the data manager in the creation of the data  roadmap and work with Technology business partners to maximize the use of data lake to facilitate decision-making, KPI tracking and reporting across the organization
• Identify and act upon opportunities to drive analyses and master data insights across Operations
• Supporting ad hoc requests for analysis and reporting and other duties as assigned
• Establish common vocabulary and develop data training/data literacy programs to drive a data culture across the organization
• Direct continuous improvement of data management practices to ensure that data resources are integrated and coordinated across systems to support decision-making  
• Mentoring & training of full time & part time ( local ) data administrators

You will need to have:

• 5+ Years experience in  master data management (MDM) processes in an Operations/Supply Chain
• Pharma or biotech sector experience is an advantage
• Passion for cross-functional transformation
• Strong understanding of ERP & SCM systems
• Excellent understanding of data administration, (open) data architecture and management functions (collection, analysis, distribution etc.) and industry best practices
• Ability to decipher and organize large amounts of data and drive insights that enable better decisions
• Excellent organization and communication skills (including translation of technical concepts)
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly, and tight deadlines exist.
• Ability to influence, build strong relationships with business partners at all levels throughout the organization
• Ability to embed a culture of harmonization, process improvement and value creation across the business functions.
• Strong team management and motivation skills

We would prefer for you to have:

• Experience in  SAP ECC6 or  S4/Hana
• Experience of data management in SAP MDG or equivalent platform.

Experience in Planning systems (e.g. OMP)

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.