Global Master Data Supply Chain Specialist Full Time

Global Master Data Supply Chain Specialist

Location: India (Hyderabad)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together—devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.

We are looking for a Global Master Data Supply Chain Specialist to support the creation, governance, and continuous improvement of supply chain master data across Lonza’s global manufacturing network. This hands‑on role focuses on material master data, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and recipe management within ERP systems.

You will act as a subject matter expert supporting global manufacturing sites, collaborating with cross‑functional stakeholders, and ensuring data accuracy, process compliance, and operational excellence. The role also supports transition activities, including knowledge transfer and process stabilization within the Global Master Data organization.

What You’ll Get

• Opportunity to work within Lonza’s global Supply Chain and Master Data organization
• Exposure to enterprise ERP systems and end‑to‑end supply chain processes
• Collaboration with global stakeholders across manufacturing, finance, and IT
• A collaborative, inclusive, and ethical workplace culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with role and experience
• Opportunities to develop expertise in data governance, SAP, and process excellence

What You’ll Do

• Create and maintain master data objects including material master, BOMs, resources, routings, COA profiles, inspection plans, and recipes in SAP
• Manage GMP and non‑GMP material master data and coordinate extension of materials across plants
• Analyze BOM data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with operational and financial requirements
• Partner with finance, supply chain planning, MRP, MES teams, and global master data teams to ensure correct data integration in SAP systems
• Execute mass data uploads using approved tools and ensure data quality standards are met
• Support process governance activities, including maintaining and improving work instructions aligned with defined RACI models and SLAs
• Monitor approval workflows to ensure compliance with GMP requirements and timely processing of master data requests
• Support SAP system changes, including tracking and execution of approved change controls
• Contribute to ERP standardization initiatives for BOM and recipe processes in collaboration with global teams
• Provide hands‑on support to SAP users, ensuring master data accuracy and consistency
• Track master data KPIs and support implementation of corrective actions
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times
• Collaborate with Global Supply Chain CoE, project teams, MSAT, purchasing, and other stakeholders to support manufacturing and supply chain activities
• Participate in SAP and master data‑related projects, supporting system enhancements and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Management, Engineering, IT, Mathematics, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in Supply Chain master data management within a corporate or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of SAP ERP systems, particularly MM/PP/PM modules
• Experience with data governance frameworks and master data management practices
• Solid understanding of business processes and cross‑functional integration

Skills & Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to understand and communicate complex system and process dependencies
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills
• Structured, detail‑oriented, and governance‑focused mindset
• Proactive approach with a continuous improvement orientation

What We Offer

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits .

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With more than 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values—Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity—define how we work together and succeed.

Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. Lonza is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

Reference: R76210

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