SAP Master Data Analyst

At Argenta, we’re more than a company — we’re a global team, dedicated to healthier animals. We believe that when their lives are made better, we're all the better for it. 

Founded in 2006, we support companies big and small to develop and manufacture health products for pets and livestock. Our trusted, innovative solutions and services cover every stage of the process, from molecule to market. 

We’re in a unique position. We are the world’s only combined contract research and contract development and manufacturing organization (CRO/CDMO) dedicated to animal health. 

Our uniqueness means: 

• We are ambitious, growing and building a ‘one team’ culture, guided by our values.  

• We are team players; 

• We are doers; 

• We are customer-centric; 

• We are innovators. 

We value diversity, as a global company, we get the richness of working with different people in different places whether it be location, stages of their career, their development, their role. We believe that when everyone works together and puts their best “paw” forward we will make the lives of the animals we care for, better. 

With bases in New Zealand, the US, the UK and Europe, our 900+ colleagues are driven by our partnership approach and purpose: Healthy Animals. Let’s Make It Happen, Together. 

TEAM PLAYERS who want to DO great work and find INNOVATIVE ways to make animals lives better through our CUSTOMER CENTRIC efforts should apply.  

Argenta is currently looking to fill the role of SAP Master Data Analyst at our Shawnee, KS location.

The SAP Master Data Analyst is responsible for the creation, maintenance, validation, and governance of manufacturing and supply chain master data within SAP to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role ensures master data accuracy, integrity, and compliance with GxP, data governance, and internal quality standards, enabling reliable production planning, inventory management, procurement, and distribution processes.

Key Responsibilities

Master Data Management

• Create, maintain, and update SAP master data objects including:
  • Materials (RM, PM, WIP, FG)
  • Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Routings / Recipes
  • Work centers
  • Production versions
  • Vendors and source lists (as applicable)
• Ensure master data accuracy, completeness, and consistency across manufacturing and supply chain processes.
• Perform mass data loads and changes using SAP tools (e.g., LSMW, MDG, or equivalent).

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Support

• Support production planning, manufacturing execution, procurement, quality, and logistics teams through timely and accurate master data setup.
• Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into SAP master data structures.
• Troubleshoot master data issues impacting MRP, production orders, batch management, inventory, or financial postings.

Data Governance & Compliance

• Adhere to data governance standards, SOPs, and validation requirements in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Ensure compliance with GxP, ALCOA+, data integrity, and internal audit requirements.
• Participate in periodic data reviews, audits, and remediation activities.
• Maintain documentation for master data changes and approvals.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve master data processes, controls, and efficiencies.
• Support SAP enhancements, system upgrades, and new master data domains as required.
• Contribute to standardization initiatives across plants, sites, or regions.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Experience

• 1–5 years’ experience in SAP master data management within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain master data processes.
• Experience in a regulated industry (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical devices, or similar) preferred.

SAP Knowledge

• Working knowledge of SAP ERP (ECC and/or S/4HANA).
• Familiarity with SAP modules such as PP, MM, QM, and related master data objects.
• Experience with change management, transports, and validation controls is an advantage.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Information Systems, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes
• Ability to work with cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capability
• Ability to work in a compliance-driven environment
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines

Desired Attributes

• Experience working in GxP / validated SAP environments
• Knowledge of master data governance frameworks
• Exposure to SAP MDG or data quality tools
• Continuous improvement and process-oriented mindset

Argenta has strongly embedded company values which is key to who we are and how we deliver. We offer an opportunity to work for a successful and rapidly expanding global business where your input will be valued.  At Argenta we are a hard-working group who really enjoy the people we work with each day. That is why we support our people through strong culture, great benefits, and opportunity for growth. 

Argenta is an equal opportunity employer 

To find out more about Argenta, click here: www.argentaglobal.com