Master Data Specialist

Unipharmedtech; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharmaceutical company in Ireland is seeking a Master Data Specialist. This fixed-term position focuses on ensuring data accuracy and regulatory compliance while developing technical solutions in the xDM platform. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in SQL, Microsoft Excel, and analytical problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. Exciting career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, including formulas and macros, is required.
• Knowledge of SQL and data management processes is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Develop technical solutions in the xDM platform for business value.
• Ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance in Master Data processes.
• Conduct data modeling and visualization activities.

Skills

Knowledge of SQL Script

Experience testing and resolving xDM-related bugs

Knowledge of Automate Studios/Precisely script writing

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Knowledge of SAP, iWac, Cache, and SharePoint

Good planning, organizing, and time management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Job description

With a workforce of more than 3000 employees spread across Ireland, United Kingdom, Mainland Europe, MENA, and the USA, Uniphar is a trusted global partner to pharma and MedTech manufacturers, working to improve patient access to medicines around the world. Uniphar provides outsourced and specialized services to its clients, leveraging strong relationships with 200+ of the world’s best known pharmaco-medical manufacturers across multiple geographies, enabled by cutting-edge digital technology and highly expert teams. Uniphar is organized into three key divisions: Supply Chain Retail & On Demand, Uniphar Med Tech, and Uniphar Pharma.

Supply Chain & Retail

Supply Chain Services provides both pre-wholesale and wholesale distribution of pharmaceutical, healthcare, and animal health products to pharmacies and hospitals nationwide. The business supports a diverse customer base through strong service levels and innovative commercial initiatives. It also provides services to help independent community pharmacies compete more effectively and runs a network of Uniphar-owned pharmacies under the Life, Allcare, McCauleys, and Hickeys brands.

Pharma – On Demand

The On-Demand business is a specialist medical supply company sourcing and distributing pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and consumables to healthcare professionals in over 160 countries. We have offices in Ireland, UK, Europe, USA, and New Zealand. Our divisions include International Sales, NGO and Charity sales, Clinical Trials Supply, Imported (Unlicensed Medicines), Sexual Health Supplies, and storage/distribution of medical products and devices for third parties.

Uniphar comprises many businesses, each with its own identity, culture, and values. Our overarching culture is inclusive of these diverse stores. We live by four key pillars: a people-first approach—doing the right thing; supporting entrepreneurial spirit through adaptability, commitment, and resilience; a shared purpose connecting our businesses and people; and trust, which is central to our operations.

Our people are the core of everything we do. As we grow domestically and internationally, our increasing diversity fuels our business and culture.

Sustainability

Sustainability is embedded in our strategy. We aim to contribute positively to people and the environment, ensuring long-term prosperity. Our decision-making integrates the five pillars of our sustainability strategy.

We are currently recruiting a Master Data Specialist within the Uniphar Group. This is a fixed-term position offering an excellent opportunity for career development within a dynamic, fast-paced environment at the heart of our growing business.

The successful candidate: must work effectively in a rapidly changing environment, meet overlapping deadlines, and develop a comprehensive understanding of our Master Data processes and procedures to ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include data modelling and visualization activities to ensure data consistency, particularly during our transition to ERP, WMS, and MDM platforms. A significant focus is on developing the xDM platform as part of the Semarchy Project, aiming for it to be used across the business. The candidate will work within a project team to develop technical solutions in xDM to deliver business value.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of SQL Script, preferably SemQL
• Experience testing and resolving xDM-related bugs
• Knowledge of Automate Studios/Precisely script writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel—formulas, VLOOKUPs, macros, etc.
• Knowledge of SAP, iWac, Cache, and SharePoint is an advantage
• Good planning, organizing, and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in a busy, fast-moving environment