Associate Director, Global Tech@Lilly TSMS

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

Organization Overview: 

At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Lilly is entering an exciting period of growth, and we are committed to delivering innovative medicines to patients around the world. Lilly is investing around the world to create new state-of-the-art manufacturing sites and continue expanding our existing facilities to create the capacity required to continue with our mission. The brand-new facilities will utilize the latest technology, advanced highly integrated and automated manufacturing systems, and have a focus on minimizing the impact to our environment.

Position Brand Description:

The Associate Director will play a critical role in leading the Tech@Lilly Technical and Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) team in enabling the making of medicine through the delivery of the TSMS digital agenda and operational support of full portfolio of Digital systems globally. This is a global position but needs to have very close collaboration with all sites around the world that are undergoing major expansion, and this position will help to ensure we are doing all we can to support the growth.  This position will focus on enhancing and delivering the TSMS Digital Strategy for manufacturing operations through the implementation of advanced digital technologies and systems. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, Lilly Development and LRL teams to ensure the seamless integration of digital solutions in Manufacturing and Quality (MQ).  This leader will have direct reports collaborating across global resources to ensure we are standardizing learnings and digital capabilities to be leveraged across multiple modalities of Manufacturing.

How You’ll Succeed: 

• Lead the development and execution of digital transformation strategies to improve manufacturing processes and support operational excellence

• Actively contribute to the TSMS Digital portfolio to influence and advance TSMS strategic plan

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) & ensure alignment with business objectives

• Enable data driven decisions and actions via the Digital & Analytics solutions, Process Monitoring framework and AI solutions

• Manage and mentor a team of professionals, providing guidance and support to achieve project goals

• Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and innovation in manufacturing operations

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards in all digital transformation initiatives

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support project success

• Bring internal and external benchmarks to advance TSMS digital strategy actively contribute to the broader network of sites within Lilly

What You Should Bring: 

• Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities

• Proven track record of leading digital transformation projects in a manufacturing sciences environment

• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to manufacturing and quality systems

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and articulate complex technical concepts

• Adaptability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with autonomy

• Demonstrated curiosity for continuous learning and strategic thinking

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Sciences, or a related field

• Minimum of 3+ years people leadership experience

• Professional experience working in a GXP, regulated environment

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Advanced degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related field

• Experience with advanced analytics, machine learning, and other emerging technologies within manufacturing

• Knowledge of and experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies and continuous improvement practices

• 3+ years of experience working in PLM, Digital Manufacturing technologies, advanced process monitoring capabilities, analytical technologies

• Experience with Process Monitoring, real-time multivariate technologies

• Digital Technologies: SIMCA, Process Anomaly Detection, iProcess Health, Seeq advanced AI/ML, Aveeva PI are key for process monitoring.

• Future Vision: Focus on AI for real-time quality, yield monitoring, and tech transfer.

• Experience leading major project implementations

Additional Information: 

• Position based in Indianapolis, Indiana

• 8-hour days, probable after-hours support

• On site presence minimum 4 days a week

• Occasional travel may be required

• Must maintain a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all health and safety corporate and site goals

Note: When applying internally for a position your current supervisor receives notification that you have applied to the position. We encourage employees to discuss the opportunity with their supervisor prior to applying.

Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Lilly may provide U.S. visa sponsorship for current employees who meet the basic qualifications of the role and, prior to applying, have confirmed U.S. visa feasibility with Lilly’s U.S. Immigration Team. Roles on the B path, S path, or that do not minimally require a bachelor’s degree are not feasible for visa sponsorship.

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Lilly is proud to offer market-competitive employee benefits designed to empower you to live your best life.  Employees may elect medical, prescription drug, dental and/or vision coverage for you and your family in one of two health plan options, enjoy best-in-class mental health support, and concierge services for orthopedic, cardiovascular, fertility care, and LGBTQ health navigation. We also support well-being with a fitness membership, health coaching, and wellness activities at no additional cost. Our retirement benefits are designed to help our employees feel secure in their financial future by including a defined benefit pension, a 401(k) match, and retiree medical coverage. We provide life and disability insurance for peace of mind and protection for you and your loved ones and paid time-off benefits to support you in life’s moments that matter including personal illness, caregiver, bereavement, and other family needs, in addition to annual paid vacation and holidays.  Lilly reserves the right to terminate or modify company-provided benefits at any time in its discretion. The company compensation structures are aligned to the location of hire. The United States pay range and benefits offering do not apply to any location outside of the United States.

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Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and help our company develop talented individuals for future leadership roles. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, African American Network, Chinese Culture Network, Early Career Professionals, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinos at Lilly, PRIDE (LGBTQ + Allies), Veterans Leadership Network, Women’s Network, Working and Living with Disabilities. Learn more about all of our groups.

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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