Data Steward Associate (Mandarin & Korean/Japanese) - Entry Level

Key Responsibilities:

• Validate the correctness of incoming requests for vendor creation and updates, ensuring proper supporting documentation is provided.
• Conduct regular data audits, identifying duplicates, outdated records, and formatting inconsistencies.
• Perform root cause analysis of data issues; take corrective action to prevent recurring errors. Champion adherence to Novartis Internal Controls; System (or equivalent) requirements, ensuring all processes align with established internal controls.
• Contribute to defining and implementing a Master Data Governance model, including approval workflows and data lifecycle management.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements, leveraging analytics and best practices to drive efficiency.
• Act as a central point of contact for vendor master data inquiries from Finance, Procurement, and other relevant teams.
• Communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance on data requirements.
• Generate and distribute regular data quality metrics and performance reports. ​

Essential Requirements:

• Recent graduate with a degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Management, or related field.
• Language Requirement: Proficiency in Mandarin and either Korean or Japanese (read, write, and speak).
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word); knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) is a plus but not required.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.