Sr. Director - API and Dry Products Network

Eli Lilly and Company; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the healthcare sector is seeking a Sr. Director for their API and Dry Products Network. This pivotal role involves strategic leadership, operational excellence, and project management across a global manufacturing network. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing and a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams. Join us in making a difference in people's lives through innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years in manufacturing, with experience in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of functions and foster cross-functional collaboration.
• Drive and oversee key strategic initiatives across the global API and Dry Products network.
• Lead, manage, and prioritize special projects, ensuring alignment across the team.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Job description

Sr. Director - API and Dry Products Network

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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.

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.

Within the Lilly manufacturing organization, the active pharmaceutical ingredient and dry products network is responsible for a rapidly growing global network of manufacturing sites that support the expanding portfolio of Lilly’s parenteral (injectable) products and devices.

Position Overview:

The Sr. Director – Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) and Dry Products Network Operations is a pivotal leadership role, charged with ensuring that our manufacturing network aligns with and executes on major strategic objectives while enhancing overall operational efficiency. With broad responsibility across multiple sites and geographies, this role offers significant exposure to both site-specific and global manufacturing and quality leadership.

You will drive continuous improvement, build cross-functional partnerships, and help ensure that our network can meet the growing demands of our business and the patients we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Cross-Functional Integration:

• Lead the integration of functions and foster cross-functional collaboration to drive outcomes.
• Identify strategic opportunities and translate them into actionable, measurable execution plans.
• Operate within the Team Lilly framework to promote a unified approach across functions and sites.
• Lead major strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.

Operational Excellence & Process Improvement:

• Drive and oversee key strategic initiatives across the global API and Dry Products network, identifying capability gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Provide oversight of project execution, ensuring milestones are met, and barriers are proactively addressed.
• Facilitate operational process improvements, best practice sharing, and cost efficiencies across sites.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, agility, and execution standards, driving results across the manufacturing network.

Project Management & Execution:

• Lead, manage, and prioritize special projects, ensuring alignment and execution across the team.
• Maintain strong governance and ensure the successful completion of projects through structured meetings, actionable follow-ups, and clear timelines.
• Use data analytics to make informed decisions that drive business performance and enhance customer service.

Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Foster connectivity between sites, functions, and leadership teams to align on strategic goals.
• Drive transparency in decision-making and communicate modifications related to scope, time, budget, and risk to key stakeholders.
• Act as a strategic liaison to ensure alignment on business priorities and initiatives across diverse teams.

Basic Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 8 years in manufacturing, with experience in Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (large molecule, small molecule) manufacturing highly preferred.

Key Requirements:

• Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams to achieve objectives and improve processes. Proven ability to influence and lead teams, both with and without direct authority.
• Project Management: Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority initiatives.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify and execute on strategic opportunities in a dynamic, global environment.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills with the ability to facilitate collaboration and make complex ideas accessible to diverse teams.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Proven ability to deliver operational excellence and solve complex problems.
• Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, particularly within Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (large molecule, small molecule) manufacturing.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and deliver results under pressure.
• Cross-cultural awareness and experience working in global, cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate team decision-making and foster a collaborative, inclusive environment.

Travel:

• Travel Percentage: 25-30%
• This role requires regular travel to multiple sites and regions.

Why Lilly?

Lilly is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and the development of talent for future leadership roles. We support our employees through various Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer strong networks and career development opportunities. Our ERGs include: the African American Network, PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Women’s Network, Veterans Leadership Network, and more.

Join us in making a difference. #WeAreLilly