Master Data Specialist

  • Full Time
  • Santa Barbara, CA




  • Job applications may no longer be accepted for this opportunity.


Direct Relief

About Us:

Direct Relief, a humanitarian aide organization and active in more than 80 countries and all 50 US states, is improving the health and lives of people affected by poverty or emergencies. Direct Relief has built its reputation over 70 years, consistently earning top recognition from independent charity evaluators.

Direct Relief’s vision is to be the world’s leading, most transparent, and most efficient provider of charitable medical resources to people most in need of assistance. Direct Relief is a nongovernmental, nonsectarian, and not-for-profit provider to people and communities regardless of politics, religious beliefs, ethnic identities and ability to pay.

Summary:

The Master Data Specialist is responsible for maintaining Material Master, Bill of Materials, and associated documents for pharmaceuticals, supplies, equipment and other associated materials in SAP ERP software. This position also has frequent interaction with Finance, Operations, and Compliance departments and requires a high level of attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties and responsibilities are those considered to be essential, but do not represent all the job functions that may be required to be performed by this position. Other comparable duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Material Master

  • Material Master Oversight
  • Coordinate the Material Master Data process from data gathering and input to reporting to ensure integrity and completeness
  • Material Creation and Updates
  • Responsible for the timely creation and maintenance of unique material and batch records for a wide variety of donated and procured medical products and associated materials
  • Monitor the database for content and quality
  • Monitor the Material Master file for accuracy, completeness, and non-redundancy
  • Determine necessary data field and/or attribute adjustments (e.g. Defined Daily Doses) of materials to run accurate queries and reports
  • Valuation
  • Update material valuation sources monthly
  • Review system generated mismatch reports, research and resolve any issues
  • Coordinate/consult with Finance department to ensure consistent application of valuation policy for product donations
  • Create and maintain lists and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for kitted products
  • Work with Corporate Engagement and Inbound teams to identify incoming donations and ensure Material Master date requirements are met
  • Ensure Hazardous Materials information (SDS) is included in material data

Compliance

  • Assist Compliance Quality program by participating in CAPA’s, discrepancies and process documentation

Inventory Data Analysis and Coordination

  • Research and resolve inventory data issues
  • Communicate valuation issues and coordinate resolution with Finance department
  • Participate in streamlining data gathering and maintenance processes, as needed
  • Work with IT to make necessary system improvements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • BA or equivalent required
  • SAP R3 and MM module experience preferred
  • Experience working with Master data in ERP environments
  • Healthcare background preferred
  • Microsoft Office proficiency required
  • Analytical skills and strong problem-solving abilities
  • Effective organizational and planning skills
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Clear Background Check
  • Clear Toxicology Screening

APPLY NOW at www.directrelief.org/careers

Team members of Direct Relief enjoy a complete and generous benefit package including company paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance, holidays, sponsored gym membership, 401k programs, fully stocked breakroom, and state of the art facility.

Apply at www.directrelief.org/careers

Direct Relief is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status to apply and be a part of our growing team.

To apply for this job please visit www.directrelief.org.