Global Master Data Partner, S2P
About Astellas
Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need.
Learn more at Astellas.com.
Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients?
We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres – Overview
Astellas’ Global Capability Centres (GCCs) are strategically located sites that give Astellas the ability to access talent across various functions in the value chain and to co-locate core capabilities that are currently dispersed. Our three GCCs are located in India, Poland and Mexico.
The GCCs will enhance our operational efficiency, resilience and innovation potential, enabling a timely response to changing business demands.
Our GCCs are an integral part of Astellas, guided by our shared values and behaviours, and are critical enablers of the company’s strategic priorities, sustainable growth, and commitment to turn innovative science into VALUE for patients.
Location and Working Environment
- This is a permanent role based in our Global Capability Centre in Warsaw, Poland and hybrid working with the expectation for some office presence. Flexibility may be required in line with business need. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office.
- Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines Statement- At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.
Purpose & Scope
- Owns global governance and operational excellence of S2P master data processes, ensuring consistency, compliance, and traceability across regions and suppliers
- Acts as a subject matter expert within Agile teams, collaborating cross-functionally (Business, DigitalX, BPO)
- Designs, implements, and maintains scalable processes and governance workflows across MDG, Ariba, and Concur systems
Role and Responsibilities
- Partner with Pod, Value Teams, and DigitalX to design, evolve, and test end-to-end supplier data processes across MDG, Ariba, and Concur.
- Lead global Source-to-Pay (S2P) related master data lifecycle activities, including onboarding, maintenance, and deactivation, ensuring process traceability and category-specific handling (e.g., Supplier, 3rd party, HCP/HCO etc.).
- Ensure compliance with transparency laws and JSOX by embedding approval logic into Agile delivery and harmonizing SOPs across regions.
- Collaborate with the Standards & Delivery Manager to prepare audit documentation and respond to compliance and regulatory queries.
- Support SAP rollouts and system upgrades by ensuring data readiness, clean migrations, and validation across platforms.
- Define and maintain validation rules and automated controls to uphold data accuracy and detect integration issues.
- Co-create and execute scalable governance workflows aligned with Agile cycles, ensuring continuity across regions and transitions.
- Serve as the S2P master data SME within Agile teams, contributing to sprint activities, UAT, go-live, and hypercare support.
- Train BPO teams and internal users on master data policies and ensure adherence through ongoing feedback and support.
Required Qualifications
- Proven experience in Vendor Master Data governance
- Experience in S2P (or P2P) processes, transparency reporting, and supplier risk management
- Familiarity with SAP Ariba, and MDG
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business, or Information Systems or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- SAP Certified Application Associate (e.g., SAP S/4HANA for Procurement, SAP Ariba, SAP MDG)
- Previous experience in pharmaceutical industry
- SAP HR and Concur experience
What awaits you at Astellas?
- Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
- Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
- Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.
- A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.
Our Organizational Values and Behaviors
- Impact
- Innovation
- Integrity
- One Astellas
- Accountability
- Courage
- Sense of Urgency
- Outcome Focus
Benefits
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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