Senior IT Director, Biologics Manufacturing & AI Data

Eli Lilly and Company; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Lilly is seeking a Senior Director of IT for its Lehigh Valley manufacturing site. You will lead the site IT strategy, ensure system readiness (ERP, MES, LIMS), and drive cross-functional collaboration to support advanced biologics manufacturing, data analytics, and AI initiatives.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of IT leadership in regulated settings and strong change management and communication skills, with on-site responsibilities in Pennsylvania and some travel to Indianapolis and other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of IT leadership in regulated, science-based industries.
• Experience with data analytics, AI, and regulatory standards (cGMP).
• Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and execute the site IT roadmap.
• Ensure operational readiness of systems (ERP, MES, LIMS, Data Integration).
• Lead cross-functional collaboration.
• Develop team capabilities.
• Maintain cGMP compliance.
• Promote operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Data analytics

AI

Regulatory knowledge (cGMP)

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Engineering/related field

Job description

Lilly is seeking a Senior Director of IT for its Lehigh Valley manufacturing site. You will lead the site IT strategy, ensure system readiness (ERP, MES, LIMS), and drive cross-functional collaboration to support advanced biologics manufacturing, data analytics, and AI initiatives.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years of IT leadership in regulated settings and strong change management and communication skills, with on-site responsibilities in Pennsylvania and some travel to Indianapolis and other