EDO Vendor Data Senior Analyst - Temporary Assignment (12 months)

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Purpose: The EDO Vendor Data Senior Analyst will be accountable for the overall quality of vendor master data within SAP. Will perform the processes associated with global vendor master data activities. This position does not have any direct reports.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

Regular review and analysis of vendor data integrity to include:

• Review of incoming requests for completeness and accuracy
• Audit of data upon entry
• Review of existing data for completeness, accuracy and continuous improvement opportunities
• Identification and appropriate follow up of opportunities for increased accuracy, efficiencies, standardization and rationalization of vendor master data
• Ensuring accuracy and proper storage of Tax documentation
• Ensuring accuracy, validation and proper storage of Banking information
• Meeting or exceeding Service Level Agreements regarding timeliness of processing Vendor Master Data requests
• Identification and support of vendor data cleansing activities
• Actively work with core team members, internal customers/business partners, and distribution team members to build effective working relationships
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Skills & Capabilities

• Knowledge and understanding of Vendor Master Data/PTP functions with 2-3 years experience in a similar role, preferably in a SSC/BPO environment
• Vendor Master end to end experience
• Ability to take ownership, think independently and perform tasks with minimal supervision
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Ability to work in global team environment and communicate effectively with both internal business partners of all levels & disciplines as well as external team members
• Ability to proactively & effectively resolve process and technology problems
• Ability to effectively prioritize and complete key tasks and deliverables
• Ability to respond flexibly to customer needs, effectively managing expectations
• Ability to work in global team environment and communicate effectively with both internal business partners of all levels & disciplines as well as external team members
• Ability to identify, explain, and resolve complex data issues
• Punctuality, flexibility and a sense of urgency
  
  

Requirements:

• Degree in Business and/or Accounting (or equivalent work experience)
• 2-3 years experience in Vendor Master Data/ PTP in SSC/BPO environment
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Knowledge of ServiceNow would be an advantage
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system is a must
• Knowledge of Ariba Supplier Lifecycle Management and Performance would be a big advantage
• Proficiency in English is mandatory
  
  

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status