S2P SLM Data Steward Specialist

Job Description Summary

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Location : Selangor, Malaysia
The S2P SLM Data Steward is a subject matter expert responsible for maintaining, governing, and optimizing vendor master data quality within the Source-to-Pay lifecycle. You will validate incoming requests, ensure compliance with corporate standards, perform data integrity checks, call back, sensitive checks and continuously seek out opportunities to improve processes and enhance data accuracy. A deep understanding of SAP, MDG-S, ORO, excel master data modules is critical, as is the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

 

Job Description

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Supplier Master Data Maintenance

• Validate the correctness of incoming requests for vendor creation and updates, ensuring proper supporting documentation is provided.

• Manage data entry and data quality checks in S360 (ORO platform), ensuring alignment with Novartis policies.

• Oversee special projects related to vendor data e.g., listing new vendors, unblocking suspended vendors.

• Data Quality & Compliance

• Conduct regular data audits, identifying duplicates, outdated records, and formatting inconsistencies.

• Perform root cause analysis of data issues; take corrective action to prevent recurring errors.

• Champion adherence to Novartis Internal Controls & System (or equivalent) requirements, ensuring all processes align with established internal controls.

• Process Improvement & Governance

• Contribute to defining and implementing a Master Data Governance model, including approval workflows and data lifecycle management.

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements, leveraging analytics and best practices to drive efficiency.

• Assist in developing and documenting Desk Top Procedures for data stewardship functions.

• Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a central point of contact for vendor master data inquiries from Finance, Procurement, and other relevant teams.

• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance on data requirements.

• Deliver end-user training and support, promoting best practices in data management across the organization.

• Reporting & Analytics

• Generate and distribute regular data quality metrics and performance reports.

• Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure progress in data cleansing, data completeness, and process compliance.

• Present findings and recommendations to management and cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.

 

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Management, or a related field.

• Strong proficiency in SAP (S4/HANA) or similar ERP systems; knowledge of ETL tools is a plus.

• Knowledge about ORO is nice to have

• Excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

• High level of proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) for reporting and data analysis.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English; additional European language(s) is a plus.

• Availability to work in shifts when required, maintaining flexibility for urgent data-related requests.

• Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in master data management, accounting, or finance roles. 

Languages (verbal & written):

• English.

• Plus one other language of Japanese/ Korean/ Thai/ Vietnamese/ Arabic/ Chinese.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

 

Skills Desired

Compliance And Controls, Continuous Process Improvement, Critical Thinking, Data Cleansing / Normalization, Embracing Change, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, Rapid Problem Solving, Resilience, Tax