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Lilly is currently constructing a Next Generation Biotech Drug Substance Manufacturing Facility in Limerick, Ireland. This facility will be Lilly’s most technically advanced manufacturing site and will include next-generation manufacturing technologies and advanced data collection and analysis platforms that will deliver improvements in safety and quality, and increased productivity and process performance.

This position is full-time based on-site in Raheen, Limerick.

Main Purpose and Objectives of Position:

The Master Data team plays a critical role in providing and maintaining the fundamental master data set residing in ERP and Manufacturing systems in the Limerick manufacturing facility. The master data set includes Material Master, Bill of Materials, Recipes, Resources, Purchasing-Info Records and Warehousing data.   

The Supply Chain Master Data Associate is responsible for maintaining the quality and integrity of the data by inputting and verifying data into SAP, and MES, and maintaining data accuracy through audits, and Master Data changes.   

This successful individual will be responsible for managing all data additions and changes, per customer or subject matter expert requirements. They will work closely with multiple teams across the site to manage data change requests, solve technical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement activities around Master Data.   The position requires knowledge of manufacturing processes, an understanding of the significance of accurate data management and a demonstration of an excellent eye for detail. Knowledge and familiarization with the SAP system is highly preferred.   

 Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Executing key data creation, maintenance and data design for Master Data in SAP including eWM and associated systems.  

 Creating Bills of Material, Receipts, purchasing info records, Purchasing and Planning/Scheduling parameters.  

 Creating and maintaining local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training materials.  

Determining the impact of local and/or global changes while ensuring global data consistency and conformance to Standard Operating Procedures.  These changes could include:   

SAP Master Data maintenance changes; Interfaced system changes (e.g. MES, etc.)   

Process changes driven by Technical Services / Manufacturing Sciences or Engineering.  

Identifying and participating in or leading process improvement initiatives.  

 Leveraging appropriate tools/reports to track maintenance efforts and both data accuracy and completeness.  

 Participating in annual standard costing for Business Planning and driving the review of planning parameters.  

 Troubleshooting SAP execution problems, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions.  

 Investigating deviations and providing impact assessments for change management.  

 Take on the role as Security Steward in SAP to ensure correct security access profiles are assigned.  

Work closely with the Global Security Network on security-related topics.  

 Contributing to global initiatives for Master Data Management, attending Power User forums to share best practices.  

 Maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountably to support all Health, Safety & Environmental Corporate and Site goals.   

Work with IT groups like Global Services, and Global Infrastructure to support delivery of SAP infrastructure across the site.  

Provide training and education on Master Data to Application Users and Data Owners. 

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in Business, Computer Science, Supply Chain or related discipline.  

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing, preferred in pharmaceutical or other regulated industries.   

Additional Requirements:

Business Knowledge: High performance in the delivery of their work. Looks at better, simpler ways, takes initiative and will run proactively with actions. Demonstrated self-management, prioritisation, and organisational skills.   

 Learning agility and Curiosity: High learning agility and flexibility and ability to deal with ambiguity and uncertainty. Demonstrated ability to identify and prioritize problems, develop, and implement solutions.   

Positive Influence: Demonstrated ability to address issues as they arise and act accordingly. Trusted in the team to follow through on actions.  Is interested in own performance and seeks feedback to improve.    

Relationship Builder: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain key relationships across all levels in the organisation.   

Ability to lead people: Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate in a team environment. Demonstrated ability to influence peers and across functions.   

Communication: Demonstrated strong communication skills, written and oral in 1:1 and group situations.   

Decision Making: Demonstrated ability to be decisive and make well-informed decisions for the benefit of the team.  Demonstrated ability to collate required information and ask the appropriate questions of peers to get to the best solution. 

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