Master Data GPO at Alcon

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Healthcare, Medical DevicesIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; PhD+6 yrs)
The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
10 Years of Relevant Experience
6 Years of Demonstrated Leadership
Preferred: Deep understanding (inferred from truncated text)

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

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Master Data ManagementData GovernanceProcess DesignData QualityCompliance RulesChange ManagementKPI MonitoringGlobal StandardizationStakeholder AlignmentGovernance Forum

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this Master Data GPO role?

The position is full-time employment.

Is this Master Data GPO role remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key responsibilities that show required skills for the Master Data GPO role?

The role requires skills in end-to-end process design and governance, data quality management, change management, cross-functional leadership, and collaboration with IT and business stakeholders.

What is the company culture like at Alcon for this role?

Alcon fosters an inclusive culture, innovates boldly, champions progress, acts with speed, and recognizes commitment and contributions while valuing diverse, talented people.

What makes a strong candidate for the Master Data GPO position?

Strong candidates will have experience in global process ownership, leading cross-functional teams, driving data standardization and continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen/Lean, and building networks with regional process owners.

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