Master Data GPO at Alcon

Warsaw, Woj. Mazowieckie, Poland

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Medical Devices, Eye CareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Operations, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in process and data ownership, operations, or transformation roles
  • Proven experience in leading cross-functional and cross-regional initiatives
  • Med-Tech or other Life Science industry experience a plus
  • Experience in setting-up Master Data Centre of Excellence a plus
  • Deep understanding of end-to-end business processes
  • Deep understanding of Master Data and MDM principles
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent analytical, data driven decision-making, and prioritization skills

Responsibilities

  • Own and maintain global process standards, documentation, and lifecycle governance, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives, regulatory requirements and internal controls
  • Define, monitor and enforce global policies, KPIs, and performance targets
  • Lead initiatives to improve data accuracy, completeness, and consistency
  • Ensure alignment with regional and local process owners (RPOs/LPOs) and other business initiatives
  • Govern global documentation and training materials
  • Lead change management efforts to support process adoption and maturity
  • Chair the regular GPO governance forum, driving cross-functional alignment and decision-making
  • Solicit, evaluate and prioritize enhancement requests from Regional and Local Process Owners (RPOs & LPOs) based on ROI, global impact, and strategic fit
  • Approve major system and process changes; escalate where necessary
  • Act as business approver for system/process enhancements and knowledge documentation
  • Track ROI on process improvements and validate benefit realization (e.g., reduced cycle times, higher data accuracy)
  • Lead or sponsor continuous improvement and transformation initiatives (e.g., FIT, Kaizen/Lean, Greenbelt projects) to remove bottlenecks, consolidate tools or increase automation
  • Implement and optimize MDM tools and platforms
  • Act as the single point of contact for CMD process matters; engage with regional teams, business units, and senior leadership
  • Build, lead, and engage a global network of RPOs and LPOs, facilitating regular knowledge-sharing sessions
  • Chair regular forums with LPOs and RPOs to align on global requirements and share best practices
  • Promote global adoption of standardized processes and tools
  • Collaborate with IT, Digital Health, Business Stakeholders, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and other functional teams to ensure process integration and alignment, and to ensure new systems / modules comply with global process design
  • Serve as escalation point for unresolved issues from RPOs/LPOs
  • Align with Process Expert Leads and other GPOs on cross-functional impacts

Skills

Master Data Management
Data Governance
Process Ownership
Data Quality Management
Change Management
KPI Monitoring
Global Standardization
Compliance Rules
Cross-functional Leadership
Continuous Improvement

Alcon

Specializes in eye care products and solutions

About Alcon

Alcon specializes in eye care products and vision solutions aimed at improving people's quality of life through better vision. Their product offerings include solutions for cataract surgery, retinal health, and contact lenses. Alcon's products work by utilizing advanced technology and research to provide effective treatments and aids for various eye conditions. What sets Alcon apart from its competitors is its strong emphasis on research and development, ensuring that they remain leaders in the eye care industry. The company's goal is to enhance vision and overall quality of life for individuals while promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Geneva, SwitzerlandHeadquarters
1945Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Social Impact, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision coverage
HSA Medical Plan
PTO
Paid Parental leave
401k
Retirement Plan Company Contribution
Low payroll deductions
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Annual Bonus
Free Family Contact Lens Program
12 Company Paid Holidays

Risks

FDA recall of contact lenses may harm Alcon's reputation and financial standing.
Antitrust case denial could lead to legal challenges and financial penalties.
Innovative competitors like Signal12 threaten Alcon's market share in eye care.

Differentiation

Alcon leads in eye care with a broad product portfolio and global reach.
The company invests heavily in R&D, ensuring cutting-edge vision solutions.
Alcon's commitment to diversity and inclusion strengthens its corporate culture.

Upsides

Acquisition of BELKIN Vision enhances Alcon's glaucoma treatment options with DSLT technology.
Orbis Flying Eye Hospital project boosts Alcon's global presence and eye care standards.
Recognition as a top employer in Singapore attracts and retains top talent.

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