Specialist Master Data Management

Role Description:

The Master Data Specialist/SME – Material & Production will be responsible for executing and overseeing complex master data management activities to ensure data integrity, accuracy, and compliance across Amgen’s operations. This role goes beyond data entry and analysis, focusing on optimizing and maintaining MDM processes, handling complex data governance issues, managing stakeholders, and driving operational excellence. The Specialist will play a key role in managing large-scale data migration, integration projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to align data management practices with business objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Manage, maintain, and optimize master data processes, ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and governance of data across systems.

• Lead data migration and integration projects, ensuring seamless data flow between systems and platforms.

• Collaborate with IT and business teams to identify and resolve complex data governance issues and operational challenges.

• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to work on business processes such as change control, deviation support, and troubleshooting process issues that are master data-related 

• Monitor and analyze data quality metrics, implementing improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and industry regulations, driving continuous improvement in master data operations.

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and5-6 years of experience in SAP ECC, master data management, data governance, or data operations in abiotech manufacturing context

• Master data knowledge in domains such as Material, Production, and Quality

• Experience leading data migration, integration, and governance initiatives across large-scale operations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data accuracy and process optimization

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Proven experience working on enterprise applications such as SAP/Oracle

• Proven experience working on data management and E2E data governance

• Proficient in MS Office tools and visualization tools such as Tableau/Spotfire

• Strong ability to lead data governance initiatives and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a focus on optimizing data processes and improving data quality.

• Experience managing data migration and complex data operations across multiple systems.

• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• SAP S/4, SAP MDG, MES

Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or mandatory for the role):

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams.

• High degree of initiative and self-motivation with ownership of results.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. 

• Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals.

• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.