JOB TITLE: SENIOR ANALYST - SUPPLY CHAIN MASTER DATA

CAREER LEVEL: D2

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that
focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work.

ABOUT OUR IT TEAM
It’s a dynamic and results-oriented environment to work in – but that’s why we like it. There are countless opportunities to learn and grow, whether that’s exploring new technologies in hackathons, or redefining the roles and work of colleagues, forever. Shape your own path, with support all the way. Diverse minds that work cross- functionally and broadly together.

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Drives and advocates the need for process harmonization and use of global standards
• Contributes to the definition & implementation of data standards
• Input into the development & implementation of data quality metrics to drive high quality data
• Lead on data defect resolution projects before business processes are adversely impacted
• Contribute to the definition of Critical Materials data processes and process metrics to enable governance and drive performance at a global and/or regional level
• Contribute to process confirmation activities (going to Gemba)
• Propose changes and improvements to the global process & attribute standards
• Lead sub-projects to drive continuous process improvement across the Supply Chain Master Data landscape, as part of Business Process Management
• Support the Global Governance Lead in managing the global process governance network, providing support and challenge as required, ensuring that processes are optimized to the benefit of all AZ
• Contribute to coaching and developing technical skills and delivering training to the process champion and super user networks
• Maintain strong links & relationships across AZ with related central functions/regions/MCs and initiatives in the company which contribute to the delivery of the master data processes.
• Demonstrated experience & subject matter expertise within data governance disciplines and domains
• Experience of operating processes for a global enterprise with significant geographical and functional footprint.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with the ability to influence others to achieve objectives, even when this may mean local change / sacrifices
• Proven change management, interpersonal, assertiveness and negotiation skills
• Experience of Business/IT partnering for the implementation of Data Governance-related solutions.
• Fluent in English (written and verbally)
• Experience of working within a Supply Chain function
• Solid working knowledge of SAP

ESSENTIAL SKILLS REQUIRED

• Understanding of AZ Operations
• Experience of business transformation driven by process improvement
• Good understanding of current AZ supply chain data processes and systems
• Experience of working in global change projects
• Experience of working with lean methodologies and approaches

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already envisioning yourself joining our team? Good, because we’d love to hear from you! Click the link to apply and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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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.