ERP MDM Specialist

Takeda•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$71,800 - $112,860•Onsite

About The Position

As an ERP MDM Specialist at Takeda, you will help maintain the accuracy, integrity, and reliability of enterprise resource planning master data that supports supply chain operations. The role covers item master and item branch data, bills of materials (BOMs), planning parameters, and other information used for material availability, production planning, and inventory management. You will work with cross-functional partners to maintain master data according to established standards and change-management processes, and contribute to reporting, analytics, process improvement, ERP enhancements, and future transformation initiatives. The position is based at Takeda’s Los Angeles, California site and requires 100% on-site attendance. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, with flexibility in start and end times based on business needs. Occasional work outside standard business hours and business-related travel may be required. The role combines sedentary office work with walking through facility areas, and requires the ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with at least 5 years of related experience, or a bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years of related experience.
Experience in master data management, ERP systems, supply chain operations, material management, production planning, inventory control, or a related operational discipline.
Understanding of ERP master data, bills of materials (BOMs), planning parameters, inventory control, and material or product flow.
Experience maintaining data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and integrity, with strong attention to detail.
Ability to analyze data and process issues, investigate discrepancies, solve problems, and identify opportunities for improvement.
Familiarity with material requirements planning (MRP), master production schedules (MPS), forecast uploads, and material or production planning processes.
Ability to follow established procedures, document changes, and collaborate with stakeholders to maintain data integrity and support controlled change management.
Strong written and verbal communication, analytical thinking, collaboration, and continuous-improvement skills.
Ability to work effectively across functions and contribute to process improvements beyond routine data maintenance.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 10 pounds.
Ability to work on site at the Los Angeles, California location.

Nice To Haves

A degree in science, engineering, business, operations, supply chain, or a related technical field.
Experience with JD Edwards (JDE), SAP, or another enterprise resource planning platform.
Familiarity with SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools for data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development.
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or another regulated manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain global master data standards and ensure ERP information is accurate, complete, consistent, and reliable.
Create and maintain item master records and branch-specific data, including required fields and raw material records; review or deactivate obsolete materials.
Maintain bill of materials (BOM) structures and associated records to support manufacturing requirements and branch plant standards.
Review active BOMs and related master data to identify discrepancies and maintain accurate records.
Maintain planning parameters, standardized forecast and master production schedule (MPS) uploads, and planning schedules across branch plants.
Support material requirements planning (MRP) activities and maintain the integrity of planning processes and related ERP data.
Develop, maintain, and update standard operating procedures for master data and BOM creation, maintenance, and changes.
Ensure master data documentation and changes follow applicable procedures and relevant compliance requirements, including SOX and GMP where applicable.
Analyze master data and supply chain information to identify data-quality concerns, process gaps, and improvement opportunities.
Develop and support reports, metrics, and dashboards on master data quality and supply chain performance.
Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Finance, Production Planning, Material Planning, and other stakeholders to support accurate data and effective supply chain processes.
Contribute to continuous-improvement initiatives, ERP functionality enhancements, and future system or process transformation activities.
Use available ERP applications and reporting tools, potentially including JD Edwards, SAP, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies, for master data maintenance, analysis, and reporting.