Sr Director - Tech at Lilly Manufacturing & Quality

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.

Opportunity Overview

Lilly is on a mission to revolutionize patient care with groundbreaking medicines. We are undergoing a transformative expansion and are investing in new manufacturing facilities worldwide. This includes a $6 billion investment in our new API Virginia site. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this exhilarating journey.

Your Role

As the MQ Tech at Lilly Sr. Director at our new Site at Virginia, you’ll spearhead the digital strategy, reporting to both the M&Q IT AVP and the Manufacturing AVP Site Head Virginia. Your leadership will be instrumental in shaping our technological future.

What We Value In You

• In‑depth knowledge of regulatory compliance (cGMP).
• Proven leadership prowess and team‑building excellence.
• Agile management of simultaneous projects, with a knack for adapting to shifting priorities.
• Collaborative spirit with cross‑functional teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A creative and analytical mindset, equipped to resolve complex issues.
• Deep technical knowledge on pharmaceutical manufacturing and IT/OT footprint to support the site.
• Strong personal commitment to support the Virginia manufacturing mission and to create a culture of Safety First and Quality Always.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deploy the digital strategy for the Virginia facility in alignment with the Global Tech at Lilly Strategy.
• Guarantee digital operational readiness for site launch, integrating systems such as:
  • Infrastructure
  • SAP
  • Warehouse Management & Logistics
  • Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
  • Data Historian and Real‑Time Floor Tracking
  • Comprehensive Data Management: Integration, Analytics
  • Digital Plant Innovations and Laboratory Information Management
  • CAPA Systems, Access Security, and Risk Management
• Serve on the Site Leadership Team, drive digital strategy and foster a culture of excellence aligned with Lilly’s values.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in team recruitment and development.
• Lead talent management, including recognition, compensation, and succession planning.
• Spearhead cGMP compliance and operational excellence initiatives.
• Manage and control budget and capital.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of leadership in Pharma IT, with a focus on manufacturing IT/OT leadership experience.

Preferences

• Expertise in MES, Data Integration, and Advanced Analytics.

About The Organization

Lilly IT builds and maintains capabilities using innovative technologies. We hire the best technology professionals from a variety of backgrounds so they can bring an assortment of knowledge, skills, and diverse thinking to deliver innovative solutions in every area of our business.

Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form at

EEO Statement

Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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