Associate Director - Capital Project Procurement

Lilly • Richmond, VA

7d • $132,000 - $193,600

About The Position

Lilly is seeking Associate Director-level leaders for its Global Manufacturing Procurement Capital & Infrastructure team. The role plans, sources, and drives procurement strategies for manufacturing capital projects, supporting capital project delivery and category management, primarily in North America. The work includes sourcing suppliers for automation, construction, engineering services, and engineered equipment at Lilly manufacturing sites.

The position applies Lilly’s Strategic Sourcing Process to deliver value to internal clients within project timeframes and support Lilly’s competitiveness. The leader works with business clients and suppliers to plan and execute sourcing, manage supplier performance and relationships, negotiate domestic and international agreements, and reduce costs and supply risks. The role supports major and mega capital projects and programs, including projects valued above $200 million, with sourcing for goods and services totaling approximately $1 billion annually.

The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, and requires travel of 10%–25% as needed. The anticipated salary range is $132,000–$193,600. Full-time employees are eligible for a company bonus, subject in part to company and individual performance, and a comprehensive benefits program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Business.
• Seven or more years of experience in capital construction procurement, including sourcing, negotiating, and managing contracts for engineering, construction, and capital equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Proven track record sourcing engineering and construction services and capital equipment, with experience in commissioning and qualification.
• Process or plant experience.
• Experience supporting a mega capital project valued at $500 million or more.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• CIPS, IIPMM, or ISM qualification and/or relevant procurement experience.
• Good IT literacy, including Microsoft Office and SAP/Ariba.
• Ability to influence and negotiate internally and externally.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with knowledge of business.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a complex, multi-organizational environment while prioritizing work and complying with policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage global category strategies for acquiring engineering and construction services, automation, and capital equipment.
• Review requirements, develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier due diligence, oversee RFP processes, negotiate and award contracts, and oversee contract management.
• Negotiate agreements and contracts to minimize costs and risks while achieving project objectives.
• Work with business clients to qualify suppliers and contribute to supplier relationship management meetings, spend analysis, market intelligence, and risk management.
• Source goods and services for major capital projects at Lilly’s global manufacturing sites, including projects valued above $200 million.
• Lead procurement management for major and mega projects and programs with increased risk, resource or financial requirements, or complexity.
• Develop procurement strategies for capital projects that support business objectives.
• Facilitate relationships between internal customers and suppliers as part of supplier management.
• Identify and implement cost- and risk-reduction or avoidance savings opportunities of $5 million or more annually.
• Deliver project procurement activities according to Global Procurement procedures, with a strong focus on competitive bidding and recommendations based on the most competitive technically and commercially acceptable sources.

Benefits

• Company bonus for eligible full-time employees, depending in part on company and individual performance.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) participation eligibility.
• Pension.
• Vacation benefits.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits eligibility.
• Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Certain time off and leave of absence benefits.
• Well-being benefits, including an employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director