Global Master Data Supply Chain Specialist
Location: San Jose, Costa Rica
Play a key role in shaping the accuracy and integrity of supply chain data across a global network. This hands-on position offers the opportunity to drive standardization, support manufacturing excellence, and directly impact how life-saving therapies are delivered.
What you will get:
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.
What you will do:
Manage creation and maintenance of material master data, BOMs, and recipes within SAP to support global manufacturing operations.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Finance, MES, MSAT, Purchasing, and Project Management) to ensure data accuracy and alignment.
Act as a subject-matter expert for SAP Supply Chain Master Data, supporting end users and promoting best practices.
Support governance processes, including data quality checks, workflow monitoring, and compliance with GMP requirements.
Contribute to the standardization and continuous improvement of master data processes across the global network.
Execute and support SAP system changes, including mass data loads and change control tracking.
Drive operational excellence by identifying improvement opportunities and supporting Global Supply Chain initiatives.
What we are looking for:
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Management, IT, Mathematics, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience.
Proven experience in Supply Chain Master Data or Data Management within an ERP environment.
Strong knowledge of SAP ERP systems within MM and/or PP modules, and understanding of ERP data structures.
Familiarity with data governance practices and cross-functional business process integration.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Certifications such as APICS CPIM or SAP (e.g., MDG or S/4HANA Data Migration) are preferred.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Skills Required
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Management, IT, Mathematics, or related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Proven experience in Supply Chain Master Data or Data Management within an ERP environment
- Strong knowledge of SAP ERP systems within MM and/or PP modules and understanding of ERP data structures
- Familiarity with data governance practices and cross-functional business process integration
- Analytical mindset with attention to detail and proactive problem-solving
- Certifications such as APICS CPIM or SAP (e.g., MDG or S/4HANA Data Migration)
What We Do
At Lonza, we enable A Healthier World by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets.
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