Oorspronkelijke vacature omschrijving:

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. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

For our site in Geleen we are looking for an SAP/ERP Master Data Specialist. In this role you will be responsible for creation and management of a new part set-up, recipe, and BOM (Bill of Materials) process and any other associated data objects. You will manage any changes in the ERP (SAP) System.

Key responsibilities:

• Creation and maintenance of part codes in SAP (Material Master)
• Creation and modification of BOMs, Recipes, resources, COA Profiles, Inspection Plans and Inspection Characteristics in SAP
• Partner with Finance to ensure Bill of Materials are entered correctly into financial system (SAP)
• Provide hands-on support to SAP users in pursuit of material master data accuracy and consistency
• Monitor the progress of approval work flow to ensure that all materials move through the designated approval streams to meet GMP requirements
• Proactively identify and implement workflow process improvements to improve lead time and facilitate Operational Excellence
• Leverage our ERP system to drive standardization in the BOM and recipe process and work with Supervisor to ensure standardization occurs
• SME on the ERP system and best practices and processes for creation of new materials

Key requirements:

• University Degree (BSc) in Supply Chain/Business/ IT/Economics or similar area
• CPIM certification would be an advantage
• Experience in Supply Chain, Operations with a strong focus on ERP/SAP System and Customer Service
• Ability to influence both Supply Chain and functional leaders to support supply planning and site manufacturing strategy recommendations
• Good communication and presentation skills; ability to present ideas in a clear and concise manner
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define metrics (KPI’s) and identify issues through root cause analysis
• Advanced user of MS Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Fluent English is required, additional language is an asset

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.