Master Data Specialist, Senior Associate
Company: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
Location: Novato
Posted on: July 19, 2025
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Job Description:
About Technical Operations BioMarin’s Technical Operations group
is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials
and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial
market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff
build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes
and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure
we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and
services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide
movement of our drugs to patients. SUMMARYThe Master Data
Specialist (MDS) at the Novato site plays a pivotal role in
ensuring the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of master data
across SAP modules, and related boundary applications. This
position supports both the site's operational readiness for SAP
deployment and the long-term sustainability of ERP systems. The MDS
ensures compliance with GxP standards and global data governance
policies while collaborating cross-functionally to support business
operations and continuous improvement. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES •
Create, update, and maintain master data records in SAP, including
but not limited to materials, customers, vendors, and BOMs. •
Ensure all data entry and changes comply with GxP procedures and
internal SOPs. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather
data requirements and resolve data-related issues. • Generate
system reports to inform leadership metrics and decision-making •
Perform regular data audits and validations to ensure data
integrity and consistency. • Support data migration and cleansing
activities during system upgrades or implementations. • Document
data management processes and maintain accurate records of changes
for audit readiness. • Participate in continuous improvement
initiatives to enhance data quality and process efficiency. •
Provide training and support to end-users on master data processes
and best practices. • Perform other duties as assigned. EXPERIENCE
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing SAP master data in a
regulated (GxP) environment. • Strong knowledge of GxP principles,
data integrity requirements, and enterprise data governance. •
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data management tools;
experience with data validation and reporting preferred. •
Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and
analytical thinking. • Proven ability to work independently and
collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment. •
Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability
to navigate ambiguity and drive resolution. • Demonstrated ability
to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight
deadlines. EDUCATION • BA/BS in Information Systems, Business
Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field. OTHER • This
role requires being on site and 4 days/week. Note: This description
is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties
of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of
the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned. Equal
Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled An Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran
status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
disability. Who We Are BioMarin is a global biotechnology company
that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic
discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human
health. Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific
expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic
conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of
treatment modalities. Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics
and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with
significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best –
people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to
solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our
teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive
approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of
commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have
well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be
first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing
therapeutic options.
Keywords: BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc., Watsonville , Master Data Specialist, Senior Associate, IT / Software / Systems , Novato, California
