Master Data Specialist, Engineering (Onsite)

About the role

The SAP Master Data Specialist will support pilot‑scale GMP manufacture of bulk biologic clinical supplies (vaccines and therapeutic proteins) for the Vaccines and Advanced Biotechnologies Process R&D (VAX PR&D) organization. The role creates, designs, and sustains standardized business processes, master data management, system sustainment, and lifecycle material management, while providing peer coaching and consultation. Initially based in West Point, PA for 18–24 months, the position will relocate to the Next Generation Biologics (NGB) facility in Rahany, NJ. The specialist works within the VAX PR&D Planning and Manufacturing Systems (PAMS) team and later supports the multi‑product GMP site at the CMC hub.

Responsibilities

• Support creation, maintenance, review, analysis, and accuracy of master data.
• Assist in sustainment, performance, and monitoring of standard business processes in production execution and master data functions.
• Support master data governance activities, including adherence to data standards, stewardship expectations, and escalation processes.
• Gather, analyze, and report process performance and transactional discipline metrics to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with site and regional/global team members; participate as a member of the site CoP Team as needed.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and training materials; provide end‑user training support.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and help resolve master data issues, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Participate in process improvement projects and support project planning, stakeholder coordination, and implementation activities.
• Identify and support continuous process improvement opportunities and promote best practices across the network.
• Coordinate and share best practices with other company sites.
• Serve as a technical resource by providing consultation, coaching, and practical support within the area of expertise.
• Assist in external agency inspections, as needed.
• Support safety, compliance, and GMP initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering, Sciences, Business, or a related field with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree with 1 + year of relevant experience.
• Ability and desire to work in a fast‑paced pilot plant environment that demands out‑of‑box thinking, prioritization, and rapid response.
• High personal integrity, credibility, and energy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills in Excel.

Required Skills

• Direct experience with SAP master data.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles/processes and ability to translate requirements into automation/digital solutions.
• Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and attention‑to‑detail abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions in a changing global environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in pharma/sterile manufacturing.
• Experience with MES systems.
• Adaptability, Business Processes, cGMP Guidelines, Continuous Process Improvement, Data Governance, Electronic Batch Records, GMP Compliance, Laboratory Experiments, Mammalian Cell Culture, Oral Communications, Personal Initiative, Pilot Plant Operations, Prioritization, Process Engineering, Process Improvement Projects, Process Optimization, Product Formulation, Production Planning, Regulatory Requirements, SAP PP (Production Planning), SOP Writing, Sterile Manufacturing, Teamwork, Technical Writing.

Pay

Salary range: $87,300.00 – $137,400.00. The employee will be eligible for an annual bonus and, where applicable, a long‑term incentive.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and other healthcare insurance benefits for employee and family.
• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate leave, and sick days.