Global Master Data Supply Chain Team Lead

Global Master Data Supply Chain Team Lead

Location: India (Hyderabad)

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together—devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world.

We are looking for a Global Master Data Supply Chain Team Lead to lead the centralized delivery of master data services across Lonza’s global manufacturing network. This role is responsible for the creation, governance, and continuous improvement of key supply chain master data objects, including materials, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and recipes within ERP systems.

Acting as a subject matter expert and team leader, you will oversee a global team supporting material and BOM creation, facilitate cross‑functional collaboration with manufacturing sites, and drive data quality, standardization, and operational excellence. The role also plays a critical part in transition activities, including knowledge transfer, process stabilization, and the establishment of governance controls within Lonza’s Global Master Data organization.

What you’ll get

• A leadership role within Lonza’s global Supply Chain and Master Data organization
• Opportunity to build and scale centralized master data capabilities across a global network
• Exposure to global ERP systems and cross‑functional supply chain processes
• Collaboration with international stakeholders across manufacturing, IT, and finance
• A collaborative, inclusive, and ethical workplace culture
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with role and experience

What you’ll do

• Lead, develop, and coach a global Master Data Supply Chain team, ensuring effective workload planning, performance management, and capability development
• Drive creation and maintenance of master data objects, including material master, BOMs, resources, routings, COA profiles, inspection plans, and recipes in SAP
• Oversee governance, quality, and compliance of master data processes, ensuring alignment with GMP and non‑GMP requirements
• Manage ERP system activities, including material and BOM setup, change control processes, and monitoring turnaround times for data requests
• Facilitate stakeholder collaboration between site SMEs, project teams, and global functions to ensure accurate and timely data creation
• Support the transition and operational takeover of master data activities into the Global Master Data team, including knowledge transfer and process stabilization
• Establish, maintain, and improve work instructions, standards, and governance frameworks for master data processes
• Monitor master data KPIs, perform data quality checks, and drive corrective actions to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Leverage ERP capabilities to standardize master data structures and processes across the organization
• Provide hands‑on SAP support and act as SME for Supply Chain master data, including materials, BOMs, and recipes
• Coordinate cross‑plant material extensions and ensure alignment with planning, finance, and manufacturing requirements
• Collaborate with Global Supply Chain CoE and cross‑functional teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Participate in global master data and SAP‑related projects, supporting system enhancements and process optimization initiatives

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Management, Engineering, IT, Mathematics, or a related discipline
• Proven experience in Supply Chain master data management within a global organization
• Strong expertise in SAP ERP systems, with focus on MM/PP/PM modules
• Experience with data governance frameworks, tools, and best practices
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and cross‑functional integration
• Proven experience leading and developing teams, including performance management and coaching
• Experience managing operational transitions, knowledge transfer, and change initiatives

Skills & Capabilities:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to understand and communicate complex dependencies across systems and processes
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
• Structured, governance‑focused mindset with strong ownership and accountability
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to lead through change and manage competing priorities

What we offer

• An agile career and dynamic working culture
• An inclusive and ethical workplace
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance
• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location

The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With more than 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values—Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity—define how we work together and succeed.

Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. Lonza is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee can grow and make a meaningful impact.

Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.