Vendor Master Data Specialist

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality.

We’re inspired by the things that seem impossible. Here, we see the impact of our collective ideas and expertise, and the power of science to deliver them. Every one of our employees makes a difference to patient lives every day. Our mission is ambitious, and it takes the skills of a collaborative team to really deliver on what science can do and to always put patients first. Working at AstraZeneca we believe in the potential of our people and our commitment to develop our people beyond what was thought possible.

The Vendor Master Data Specialist will serve as a member of the Global Business Services (GBS) – Compliance, Legal and Contracting Operations (CLCO) E3S team and manage technical and administrative aspects of Vendor Creation Process for E3S. The VMD Specialist will be responsible for collecting data and ensuring accurate and compliant creation of vendor records in accordance with policies, procedures, regulations and transparency/disclosure reporting requirements. The role will also be responsible for providing support on country specific banking requirements and payment methods. A successful candidate will conduct operational tasks to ensure accuracy and completeness of requirements and will provide guidance to customers, management and peers.

Major Responsibilities:

• Engage with external stakeholders (External Experts) in compliance with AstraZeneca SOP’s
• Perform compliance check to validate the vendor details
• Execute prompt and timely vendor creation/update in Source System in accordance with Service Level Agreements
• Ensure vendor replicates properly in SAP without any integration error
• Data cleansing activities: verification of inactive and duplicate vendors
• Utilize and maintain simple yet comprehensive Vendor Data templates and tools, as needed
• Assimilate and adopt new systems, tools and processes where these are required for delivering the role
• Providing daily and ad hoc reports and metrics
• Drafting and updating work instructions as needed
• Support other Team Members in order to assure timely payments  
• Participate in deployment or enhancement of systems and tools
• Manage timely delivery and resolution of ad hoc queries from External Experts, customers and other stakeholders

Education/Experience Requirements

• Experience in Cash & Banking or as Vendor Master Data
• Bachelor’s degree or at least 2 years of experience experience
• Experience in Banking requirementsand payment methods.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and database management
• Working knowledge of SAP ERP
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel)
• Process documentation experience
• Positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Able to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines and turnaround times, work well under pressure and adapt to ever-changing scenarios
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Problem solving skills
• Capable of working independently but also take instruction and direction from others
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• High ethical standards; trustworthy; operate with absolute discretion
• Proactive and consultative customer service, having the ability to identify customer needs and respond creatively, listening to information, asking probing questions, applying knowledge and determining solutions
• Ability to work across cultures and geographical boundaries
• Competent technical / systems experience and skills

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial - finding those moments and recognising their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organisation to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together.

So, what’s next!

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you.

Where can I find out more?

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AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer.

AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

📌Strong English communication skills required.

📌 Positions are open to Mexican Citizens and official residents of Mexico.

📍 Location: Guadalajara (hybrid - Expectation of working in the office 3 days a week)
When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working give us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That’s why we work, on average, a minimum of three days per week from the office. But that doesn’t mean we’re not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.