Associate Director - Clinical Trial Supply Management (Indianapolis or Branchbur

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.Position Description:The Clinical Trial (CT) Supply Management Associate Director will provide operational leadership of clinical supply chain data, systems, and processes to drive operational excellence and meet Clinical Drug Supply business goals. They will be responsible for driving robust, strategic discussions across Clinical Capability and Clinical Design Development and Analytics (CDDA) to improve performance and speed drug development.Responsibilities:Deliver improved clinical trial supply chain performance, assess and mitigate risk, and perform portfolio analyses through robust data and metrics analysisLead and ensure operational excellence in Clinical Demand & Operations Planning (CD&OP) and Material Requirements Planning/Distribution Requirements Planning (MRP/DRP) in SAPLeverage supply chain systems, data, and functionality to drive improvement plansDrive standardization and improvements in service, efficiency, cost, and metricsLead projects to improve data, process, performance, and business practicesSupport innovation and process optimization to speed drug development. Influence and provide support for PD short and long-range planning including both operational and strategic business goals.Support improvement in supply chain and planning capabilitiesEducate PD personnel on supply chain tools and principlesDevelop and maintain best in class planning processes, onboarding tools, training and development programs.Lead shared learning sessionsUnderstand impact of planning and execution to Product Delivery and Business Unit/Research budgets and influence cost driversMaintain external focus related to CT supply chain methodologies, operations, and shared learning. Create, review, and/or approve appropriate documents outlined in business processesMaintain GMP/GCP complianceReach across boundaries and integrate information from external and internal collaborators to bring together diverse perspectives and solutions in CT supply. Foster an environment of integrated teamwork and collaboration via shared learning, accountability, influencing others without authoritySupport portfolio supply chain work as business needs dictateBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degreeAt least 5 years work experience in supply chain management or clinical developmentAdditional Preferences:Experience with SAPIntermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint software skillsStrong data analysis and problem-solving experienceDemonstrated ability to effectively partner/influence cross functionally to deliver resultsDemonstrated formal or informal PM expertise (timeline, scope, budget, risk management)Demonstrated problem-solving skills for complex issuesExperience setting and implement strategies and plans to improve processes and capabilitiesExceptional organizational skillsExceptional collaboration and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to develop strategies and make decisions in the absence of an obvious answer/approachDegree in business, supply chain, health care or scientific fieldExperience with clinical supply demand management tools (such as forecasting, planning, IRT)Clinical trial development experienceKnowledge of investigational product requirements including GCP and GMP requirementsExperience in supply chain and/or inventory management systems planningLicenses or Certifications: such as APICS, Supply Chain Certificate (via MBA or specific university program), PM CertificationLanguage Requirements: Must speak and write fluent EnglishAdditional Information:Domestic and international travel may be required (10%)Work outside of core hours may be required to support the portfolio across the globeLilly currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from between $111,000 - $162,800 and will depend, in part, on the successful candidate's qualifications for the role, including education and experience. 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).Of course, the compensation described above is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Further, 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.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 (https://careers.lilly.com/us/en/workplace-accommodation) for further assistance. 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