Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That`s why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimageable with us. Your Role We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and proactive Team Lead or Supervisor to lead and manage a team by providing guidance, oversight, support, recognition, and motivation to drive performance and engagement. The Material Master Team Lead or Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that material definitions, ownership, and data quality standards are clearly defined, documented, and consistently maintained. They are also accountable for monitoring data quality, identifying and addressing issues, and overseeing Material Master projects to minimize the risk of adverse impacts. Who are you The primary purpose of this role is to: Oversee material creation operations within GES in close collaboration with the US Material Master team. Monitor and drive progress across defined decision points (Buckets) to ensure an efficient end-to-end material creation process (NPDI). Support Material Master Data activities related to the successful loading and launching of materials from legacy Merck portfolio ERP systems. Actively participate in SAP-related initiatives, including the implementation of new functionalities, standardization across new sites, and workflow enhancements. Manage and resolve tickets related to material creation—primarily NPDI, as well as legacy processes—and address project-specific material requests. Possess in-depth knowledge of various Material Master transactions and related processes. Create new Master Data objects using standardized global templates. Manage and maintain Material Master data and associated objects by offering guidance, best practices, and enabling local users to maintain data at the organizational level. Drive continuous improvement of tools and processes related to Master Data management. Collaborate with the US Material Master Group to support data harmonization initiatives. Partner with NPDI Operational Leads to analyze and improve NPDI cycle times. Accurately interpret and act on requirements from local requesters and stakeholders. Plan and deliver effective team training sessions to ensure skill development and process efficiency. Proactively initiate and drive improvement projects with persistence and ownership. Effectively transfer SOPs and knowledge for NPDI decision points that are not related to Material Master. Extend materials to relevant organizational units, such as plants, sales org, and warehouses, based on business requests, ensuring proper configuration for seamless operations Manages data attribute updates in MDG-M and SAP ERP to maintain consistency across integrated systems in Maintenance process Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot Material Master-related issues. Engage with stakeholders confidently and lead meetings when required. Take initiative to identify bottlenecks and streamline processes for greater efficiency Bachelor’s degree in any discipline Experience: Minimum of 5–6 years of hands-on experience in managing Material Master data. Prior experience in a relevant industry is highly preferred. Strong working knowledge of SAP, particularly within the Master Data module. Desirable Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to collaborate effectively with global teams and individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. Strong email and phone etiquette is essential. Proficient in SAP, with a solid understanding of relevant transactions and data processes. Capable of analyzing cycle time data and identifying actionable improvements in collaboration with the team. Demonstrated ability to work seamlessly with international teams to successfully transition and stabilize new processes. Strong multitasking abilities, with the capacity to prioritize shifting demands and maintain a high sense of urgency in a dynamic environment. Technical Skills / Competencies: SAP user knowledge – Basic Proficiency Expected Familiarity with SAP T-Codes related to Material Master Data. Ability to navigate across various transactions and screens within SAP. Capable of performing accurate searches based on specific requirements. Able to input data into the system with all required parameters, under the guidance of experts. Basic understanding of different T-Codes and their impact on system outputs. Palantir Foundry – Basic Proficiency Expected Basic understanding of Palantir Foundry. Ability to analyze reports and derive actionable insights. Capable of engaging in discussions to suggest and implement report enhancements. Microsoft Office- Basic Proficiency Expected Advanced proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Access. Able to independently utilize MS Office tools to create data analyses, reports, PowerPoint presentations, pivot tables, and perform advanced functions like VLOOKUP. Strong command of Excel formulas and data manipulation techniques. In-depth knowledge of Macros, with the ability to automate tasks and improve efficiency. Key Board Skills– Basic Proficiency Expected Proficient keyboard skills with a typing speed of 30–35 words per minute. Strong command of keyboard operations and familiarity with common shortcuts to maximize efficiency and productivity. # of subordinates: Your Role We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and proactive Team Lead or Supervisor to lead and manage a team by providing guidance, oversight, support, recognition, and motivation to drive performance and engagement. The Material Master Team Lead or Supervisor is responsible for ensuring that material definitions, ownership, and data quality standards are clearly defined, documented, and consistently maintained. They are also accountable for monitoring data quality, identifying and addressing issues, and overseeing Material Master projects to minimize the risk of adverse impacts. Who are you The primary purpose of this role is to: Oversee material creation operations within GES in close collaboration with the US Material Master team. Monitor and drive progress across defined decision points (Buckets) to ensure an efficient end-to-end material creation process (NPDI). Support Material Master Data activities related to the successful loading and launching of materials from legacy Merck portfolio ERP systems. Actively participate in SAP-related initiatives, including the implementation of new functionalities, standardization across new sites, and workflow enhancements. Manage and resolve tickets related to material creation—primarily NPDI, as well as legacy processes—and address project-specific material requests. Possess in-depth knowledge of various Material Master transactions and related processes. Create new Master Data objects using standardized global templates. Manage and maintain Material Master data and associated objects by offering guidance, best practices, and enabling local users to maintain data at the organizational level. Drive continuous improvement of tools and processes related to Master Data management. Collaborate with the US Material Master Group to support data harmonization initiatives. Partner with NPDI Operational Leads to analyze and improve NPDI cycle times. Accurately interpret and act on requirements from local requesters and stakeholders. Plan and deliver effective team training sessions to ensure skill development and process efficiency. Proactively initiate and drive improvement projects with persistence and ownership. Effectively transfer SOPs and knowledge for NPDI decision points that are not related to Material Master. Extend materials to relevant organizational units, such as plants, sales org, and warehouses, based on business requests, ensuring proper configuration for seamless operations Manages data attribute updates in MDG-M and SAP ERP to maintain consistency across integrated systems in Maintenance process Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot Material Master-related issues. Engage with stakeholders confidently and lead meetings when required. Take initiative to identify bottlenecks and streamline processes for greater efficiency Bachelor’s degree in any discipline Minimum of 5–6 years of hands-on experience in managing Material Master data. Prior experience in a relevant industry is highly preferred. Strong working knowledge of SAP, particularly within the Master Data module. SAP user knowledge – Basic Proficiency Expected Familiarity with SAP T-Codes related to Material Master Data. Ability to navigate across various transactions and screens within SAP. Capable of performing accurate searches based on specific requirements. Able to input data into the system with all required parameters, under the guidance of experts. Basic understanding of different T-Codes and their impact on system outputs. Basic understanding of Palantir Foundry. Ability to analyze reports and derive actionable insights. Capable of engaging in discussions to suggest and implement report enhancements. Advanced proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Access. Able to independently utilize MS Office tools to create data analyses, reports, PowerPoint presentations, pivot tables, and perform advanced functions like VLOOKUP. Strong command of Excel formulas and data manipulation techniques. In-depth knowledge of Macros, with the ability to automate tasks and improve efficiency. Proficient keyboard skills with a typing speed of 30–35 words per minute. Strong command of keyboard operations and familiarity with common shortcuts to maximize efficiency and productivity. Annexure: Proficiency Scale Nomenclature Definition 1 Limited Demonstrates a minimal use of the competency and is currently developing it Requires close and extensive guidance 2 Basic Demonstrates limited use of a competency and requires additional training to apply without assistance or frequent supervision Requires some guidance or supervision when applying the competency 3 Proficient Demonstrates working or functional command of the competency Requires occasional guidance Capable of assisting others in the application of the competency 4 Advanced Demonstrates in depth proficiency level Is able to assist, consult or lead others in the application of a competency Generally, requires little or no guidance Can apply competency outside the scope of one’s position 5 Expert Demonstrates broad, in-depth proficiency Is recognized as an authority or master performer in exercising the competency Serves as a key resource and advises others What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
