Sr. Spclst, Engineering

SAP Master Data Sr. Specialist

Applications are sought for an SAP Master Data Sr. Specialist in Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies Process R&D (VAX PR&D). The role supports pilot-scale GMP manufacture of bulk biologic clinical supplies (vaccines and therapeutic proteins) and will create, design, and sustain standardized business processes, master data governance, system sustainment, and lifecycle material management, while providing peer coaching and expert consultation.

The position will be temporarily based in West Point, PA for approximately 18 months (up to 24 months) to support business needs. After this period, the role is intended to relocate to Rahway, NJ. Applicants should be comfortable with this planned geographic transition. In Rahway, the position will support the Next Generation Biologics (NGB) facility, which will be a premier, state-of-the-art facility, that is a key part of our Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) hub at our site headquarters in Rahway, NJ. This facility will be fully online in the next few years, both in terms of facility construction and organizational realization. The GMP facility is designed for multi-product operations with flexible operating suites, which can adjust as the clinical pipeline demands change. It can meet all historic, currently existing, and cutting-edge biologics program demands from supporting development to pilot scale, small and large scale potent material handling, and the ability to integrate new technologies and cell-line platforms.

The SAP Master Data Sr. Specialist will use SAP, business process knowledge, and SOPs to maintain alignment with global business processes and site regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with Process Staff, Formulators, Engineers, IT, Quality, and other team members to understand and execute master data requirements, lead cross-functional initiatives, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities of the SAP Master Data Sr. Specialist include but not limited to:

• Act as the Master Data subject matter expert and apply advanced knowledge to the creation, maintenance, review, analysis, and accuracy of master data
• Design, implementation, sustainment, performance, and monitoring of standard business processes in all production execution and master data functions
• Own and drive master data governance activities, including definition of data standards, stewardship roles, and escalation paths
• Gather, analyze, and report process performance and transactional discipline metrics to ensure compliance and continuous improvement; translate metrics into action plans
• Collaborate with other site and regional/global team members and participate as a member of the site CoP Team; influence regional master data strategies
• Develop and maintain SOPs along with associated trainings and provide delivery of the end user trainings; lead change management activities
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex master data issues and lead root cause corrective actions
• Lead and assist in process improvement projects; manage project planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivery of outcomes
• Identify and implement continuous process improvement opportunities and promote best practices across the network
• Coordinate and share best practices with our Company sites in the network
• Act as a resource for technical expertise—offering consultation, coaching, and practical support to team members at all levels.
• Assist in external agency inspections, as needed
• Support safety, compliance, and GMP initiatives

Qualifications

BS degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business, or a related field with minimum 5 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience

Required Experience and Skills:

Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and dynamic pilot plant environment that demands out-of-box thinking, prioritization, and rapid response to events and situations

Direct experience with working with SAP master data

Strong understanding of manufacturing principles/processes through work experience and ability to translate manufacturing requirements into an Automation/Digital Solution

Experience leading projects and influencing stakeholders across functions in a challenging and changing global environment

Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team across various functions in a challenging and changing global environment

Proven track record of analytical skills, problem solving, and attention to detail

High personal integrity, credibility, and energy

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong computer skills in Excel

Preferred Experience and Skills:

Experience in pharma/sterile manufacturing

Experience in working with MES systems

Prior experience mentoring or supervising other specialists, and driving cross-site initiatives

Required Skills:

Adaptability, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, Fast-Paced Environments, GMP Compliance, Problem Solving, Technical Problem-Solving

Preferred Skills:

Business Processes, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional Teamwork, Process Improvement Projects, Process Improvements, Project Leadership, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)