Sr Manager, Supply chain Master Data

Gilead; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biopharmaceuticals is seeking a Data Manager to oversee master data processes, ensuring quality and compliance within SAP systems. The role involves optimizing data governance and supporting internal functions through effective leadership and strategic initiatives. Ideal candidates possess strong analytical skills and a background in the pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

Annual bonus eligibility

Stock-based long-term incentives

Company-sponsored medical plans

Paid time off

Comprehensive dental and vision insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's with 8 years or Master's with 6 years experience required.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee master data processes within SAP PLM and MDG.
• Establish KPIs for data quality and process performance.
• Lead business process workshops for data governance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

At Gilead, we’re creating a healthier world for all people. For more than 35 years, we’ve tackled diseases such as HIV, viral hepatitis, COVID-19 and cancer – working relentlessly to develop therapies that help improve lives and to ensure access to these therapies across the globe. We continue to fight against the world’s biggest health challenges, and our mission requires collaboration, determination and a relentless drive to make a difference.

Every member of Gilead’s team plays a critical role in the discovery and development of life-changing scientific innovations. Our employees are our greatest asset as we work to achieve our bold ambitions, and we’re looking for the next wave of passionate and ambitious people ready to make a direct impact.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Gilead and help create possible, together.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Representing the Global Data Team cross functionally for Material Master, BOM, Production Version, Recipes, PIRs, Quality Master Data

• Responsibilities within SAP Product Lifecycle Management (SAP PLM) include shaping business processes and identifying system enhancement needs, while also overseeing and guiding the operational governance of SAP PLM.

• Oversee and drive the operational execution of master data processes within SAP MDG, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and timely updates across material to support critical business functions.

• Establish KPIs and reporting mechanisms to monitor data quality and process performance, driving accountability and continuous improvement.

• Drive end-to-end PLM process optimization initiatives, aligning system capabilities with evolving business needs across product development, engineering, and supply chain functions.

• Lead and support business process workshops by preparing pre-session materials, facilitating discussions, capturing outcomes, and managing associated risks, issues, action items, and key decisions.

• Lead the discussions for Enhancements, bug fixes required to the existing workflow-based process for BOM and other relevant data objects

• People leadership and team development

• Supervision of personnel, including organizing and prioritizing daily tasks and department activity, inclusive of training and documentation.

• Collaboration with SMEs across the organization to define and support the implementation of data governance strategies.

• Developing and documenting process standardization, data governance, cleansing, and data maintenance in line with data strategy goals.

• Works on problems ranging from semi routine to moderately complex in scope, where analysis of situations or data requires in-depth evaluation of various factors, good judgment is required in resolving problems and making routine recommendations.

• Exercises judgment within well-defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

• Works on more complex issues where analysis requires an in-depth assessment, considering many variables, and potential consequences – more future oriented/preventive analysis to proactively manage quality risks.

• Implements critical/ high impact assurance systems to proactively improve process performance.

• Participation in collaborative projects where required, interacting with internal and external resources as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 Years' Experience

OR

• Master's Degree and 6 Years' Experience

OR

PhD.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

• Previous experience in leadership with people manager skills

• Successful candidate will be extremely detail oriented, have strong analytical skills, and the ability to consistently achieve high levels of accuracy within a dynamic environment.

• Team player, with the ability to work well with people at various levels, local and global.

• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong computer, organizational, and project management skills.

• Able to work independently.

• Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills are considered critical in executing the role successfully.

People Leader Accountabilities:

•Create Inclusion - knowing the business value of diverse teams, modeling inclusion, and embedding the value of diversity in the

way they manage their teams.

•Develop Talent - understand the skills, experience, aspirations and potential of their employees and coach them on current

performance and future potential. They ensure employees are receiving the feedback and insight needed to grow, develop and

realize their purpose.

•Empower Teams - connect the team to the organization by aligning goals, purpose, and organizational objectives, and holding

them to account. They provide the support needed to remove barriers and connect their team to the broader ecosystem.

The salary range for this position is: $157,590.00 - $203,940.00. Gilead considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*.

For additional benefits information, visit:

https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing

* Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

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