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Organization Overview:

The Associate Director – Launch Leader will participate in the development and implementation of manufacturing strategies, capacity management projects, and launch of new products for the Indy Device Assembly and Packaging (IDAP) site. The Associate Director – Launch Leader will represent IDAP in discussions with external groups (e.g. corporate supply chain, other network sites, sales and marketing affiliates, etc.) through various forums and meetings to support development of Site and Network plans. The Associate Director – Launch Leader will also be required to lead or participate in special projects in support of the Site and Logistics Department.

Responsibilities:

Develop and propose manufacturing strategies related to Parenteral, Dry or Device products

Manage site product portfolios: capture and pursue business opportunities / challenges

Influence and provide support for Site Business and Long-Range Plans

Support Site and Global SOP processes

Introduction and deletion of products and pack changes

Outsourcing or product deletion management

Serve as the site SME for supply chain projects and support enhancements to Supply capabilities

Assist in special projects or improvement opportunities as identified

Support Commercialization Projects within IDAP and IPM

Basic Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or equivalent work experience.

Experience in pharmaceutical product launch or similar field

5+ yrs of experience in project management, product launch and or supply chain experience

Additional Skills/Preferences:

Strong communicator both written and verbal

Understanding of implementing process and procedures

Strategic thinking and capability

Problem solver

Preference for candidate with Parenteral Products, Dry Products, or Device experience 

Demonstrated Project Management skills.

Ability to communicate and influence effectively across functional groups

Capability to prioritize and multi-task effectively

Additional Information:

Travel 0-5 %

Shift information - Day shift, but flexible to meet with global affiliates during off hours due to time zone differences.

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

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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