master data specialist ( Temporary)Japan Tobacco International

We're JTI, Japan Tobacco International, and we believe in freedom.
We think that the possibilities are limitless when you're free to choose. We've spent the last 20 years innovating and creating new and better products for our consumers to choose from. It's how we've grown to be present in 130 countries, and how we've grown from 40 to 4,000+ employees in the Philippines since 2009.
But our business isn't just business, our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe that when they're free to be themselves, to grow, travel and develop, amazing things can happen for our business. That's why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI. It's why 9 out of 10 would recommend us to a friend, and why we've been recognized as INVESTORS IN PEOPLE in the Philippines
It's the perfect moment for you to #JoinTheIdea. We're opening our Global Business Service center in the heart of BGC Manila and looking for more than 300 bright minds to join a global multinational with an exciting start-up vibe.
This role will remain open until filled.
MASTER DATA SPECIALIST (TEMPORARY)
The position is part of the Purchasing Operations and Master Dara team with the following key responsibilities:
a) Execute the Vendor & Customer Master Data process for a selection of Market/Factories in scope of the Manila GBS;
b) Have end-to-end understanding of P2P process and all JSOX and compliance controls;
c) Provide quality customer service by working closely with all stakeholders;
d) Find solutions and identify opportunities for process improvements to drive business targets and KPIs;
e) Support Purchasing & Reporting CPL with regular reviews of documentation to ensure up-dates are reflected in a timely manner.
WHAT WILL YOU DO?
1.) Core Service Delivery
Ongoing operations: Vendor Master Data Maintenance, Customer Master Data Maintenance, Prices Maintenance
Process high volumes of Vendor & Customer creation into SAP system in line with Policies and Procedures whilst heavily focusing on accuracy
Challenge non-compliant documents and address them to end-users/requestors whilst still meeting KPI's and SLA's set
Organise own workload to meet daily targets and work very closely with the immediate and wider P2P team to provide support when required
Take accountability to make decisions that will support the speed to provide team results.
2.) Process Improvement
Support CPM and Expert in process and system improvements by proposing optimization, simplification and automation.
3.) Control and Compliance
Perform the assigned JSOX / operational controls in accordance with the internal documentation
Escalate all controls failures and ensure mitigation actions are in place for each failure
4.) Teamwork
Handle ad-hoc tasks delegated by the CPM
Assist and provide support to other GBS groups within the area of responsibility
Take part in local and global projects upon assignment by the CPM
Propose process improvements in the area of the responsibility
WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Someone with a University degree (Business or Finance)
Proven experience of working in a Vendor & Customer Master Data
Proven ability to process high volumes with high accuracy to tight / moving deadlines
Experience of working with Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and Service Level Agreements (SLT's)
Experience in a Shared Service Centers is a plus
Strong command of English Language (oral and written)
Knowledge of languages of the markets within the GBS scope is a plus
Understand Purchase to Pay (P2P) end to end processes particular to Master Dara process
Experience in Master Data Price Maintenance
Intercompany Master Data experience
Structured with attention to details
Customer-centric Strong analytical skills
Able to support process improvements initiatives
Able to recommend solutions for problems
Able to make decisions under pressure, work to tight deadlines
Proficient SAP User
Proficient Microsoft Excel user
Support Team objectives
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Flexible working arrangements
Have access to over 200 company training
Be part of a truly international and diverse company with over 40,000 employees in 130 countries.
Experience the culture of an Investors in People certified company
Find out why 9 out of 10 employees recommend us to a friend.
Understand why 9 out of 10 employees say they feel free to be themselves
What are the next steps - Recruitment process:
Thank you very much for applying!
We will make sure to provide feedback on your application within 2 weeks after the application deadline.
Japan Tobacco International

Manila City, Metro Manila
Temporary
Full-time