Master Data Analyst
At a glance
Mid-level Data Analysis & BI role at Thermofisher. Lagunilla · full-time.
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What you'll do
- Maintain SAP records for materials, bills of material, routings, purchasing, and sourcing, checking changes for accuracy
- Resolve SAP master data problems and improve processes with supply chain and other business teams
- Keep data aligned with regional and global standards, and take part in SOX reviews and cGMP compliance
- Write and update procedures, training guides, work instructions, and data standards for business teams
- Prepare supply chain KPIs and management reports, track data performance, and cover for the Supply Chain Analyst
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, information technology, or a related field
- At least two years using SAP in operations, warehousing, manufacturing, or a related setting
- Strong SAP skills plus working knowledge of Excel, Access, SharePoint, Trackwise, and Outlook
- English proficiency and an understanding of change management, GMP systems, quality systems, and data integrity
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can manage detailed SAP master data work and follow issues through to completion. The position is based in Lagunilla, Costa Rica, with a hybrid schedule and standard Monday-to-Friday hours.
From the employer
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
OfficeJob Description
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.
Essential Functions: Business Operations
Manage SAP master data processes including creation, validation, updates, and deletion of Material Master (basic, sales, purchasing, planning, warehouse, quality, costing), BOMs, Routing, Purchasing records, and sourcing lists.
Support continuous improvement of SAP MM and Planning modules by maintaining data quality, executing approved data changes, troubleshooting issues, and supporting supply chain and cross-functional teams.
Ensure accuracy, integrity, and governance of master data in alignment with global and regional standards, including participation in SOX self-assessments and compliance within an FDA-approved cGMP environment.
Lead root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvement initiatives related to SAP master data governance.
Develop, enhance, and maintain documentation including SOPs, training materials, working instructions, and data standards, ensuring proper communication and training across business functions.
Prepare supply chain KPIs and ad hoc management reports, support performance tracking (data accuracy, reporting accuracy, standards alignment, timely updates), and act as backup for the Supply Chain Analyst.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, Information Technology, or related field
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience with SAP in Operations/Warehouse/ Manufacturing or related environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
Advanced SAP Master Data experiences in Supply Chain Planning preferred.
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 is 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.
Cross-functional business knowledge (Supply Chain/ Production/ Finance/ Sales) is an asset.
Proficiency with the English language.
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