Job Description

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious disease. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading pharmaceutical companies.

We are trusted partners who are connected and integrated across the global enterprise, working closely with all functions from Commercial to Manufacturing. It opens up greater development opportunities for more responsibility on a global scale.

Join a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run effectively and harness our transformative science. We\xe2\x80\x99re on a journey of growth and evolution \xe2\x80\x93 to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients.

As a successful role holder, you will be supporting in leading Master Data Management Team Kuala Lumpur operations. This role reports directly to Master Data Team Lead. Master Data Management Team is responsible for the maintenance of SAP master data for AstraZeneca globally. We work internationally through teams in Cluj, Guatemala, Kuala Lumpur, Lublin, New Delhi and Warsaw. We manage approximately 20 different dictionaries, for 170 AstraZeneca subsidiaries in 5 SAP instances. Each month we manage around 100 000 transactions on data of vendors, customers, credit limits, cost elements and alike.

Main Responsibilities

• Support Team manager on performance of the Data Management Team on assigned master data area i.e., vendor, customer or finance data to achieve efficient processing and effective team working.

• Monitor daily services delivery including managing priorities and team workload
• Ensure adequate resource planning to maintain acceptable service levels according to SLA and escalate for unusual circumstance which require special handling.
• Review the KPI metrics related to the function and provide commentaries and root cause analysis where required for further discussion with the Team Lead.
• Take the lead in issue resolution on BAU operational matters.
• Take lead in process improvement and productivity initiatives. These include updating and reviewing DMT process documentation.
• To lead on sub project groups based on the initiative driven by tower lead.
• Support and enabling people learning, development and career progression.

• Helps new joiners to successfully settle into their new role in their stream.
• Helps existing team member to be effective and undergo smooth transitioning across changes of process, tools, system, or even new structure of the team.
• Build and sustain effective engagement with local business to deliver performance and implement best practice.
• Ensure a high level of understanding of the local business requirements and implement and operate financial controls and governance to a standard that ensure SOX, Financial Controls Framework and Audit requirements are met.

Essential Requirements

• You have a Degree in Business or any related field.
• You have a 3~5 years working experience in Account Payables/ Account Receivables or solid understanding of master data.
• Sound accounting fundamentals and data analysis knowledge.
• Proficient in the use of SAP system. Understanding SAP dictionaries especially: Vendors, Customers, Bank branches, Chart of accounts or Cost objects.
• Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English.

At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We\xe2\x80\x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. We only employ individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

Date Posted 20-Feb-2023

Closing Date 17-Mar-2023

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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