Sr. Director, Logistics Operation

Eli Lilly • Plainfield, IN

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About The Position

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. As the Senior Director - Logistics Operations, you will lead the charge in delivering pharmaceutical products to patients around the world. This role is responsible for our North American Logistics Operations (NALO), driving performance across multiple internal and external sites while crafting the strategic vision for a flexible, scalable distribution network.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Pharmacy, Chemistry—or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of dynamic experience in logistics, operations, or supply chain leadership

Nice To Haves

• Logistics & Distribution (including QA, HSE, Engineering, Planning)
• Financial planning and cost control
• Replenishment and inventory strategy
• GMP and regulatory compliance (FDA, EU, etc.)
• Third-party supplier and customer management
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution processes
• Security and environmental protection practices
• Strong data analytics and executive-level communication skills
• Experience in leading hybrid (internal/external) logistics networks
• Comfortable addressing regulatory authorities and during audits/inspections

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the global distribution of pharmaceutical products—covering imports, exports, and domestic shipments—both from internal manufacturing and external partners.
• Lead internal operations (Plainfield and Enfield) and third-party logistics (3PL) partners, ensuring high performance across transportation, engineering/maintenance, replenishment, returns, HSE, security, L&D, and lean practices.
• Work closely with teams across Customer Service, Quality, Tech@Lilly, HR, and Finance to align logistics operations with broader business goals.
• Lead business planning, set strategic priorities, and develop a long-term vision to ensure NALO continues to scale and adapt with business needs.
• Ensure full regulatory compliance (FDA and other authorities), maintain strong governance processes, and uphold GMP standards.
• Build, lead, and encourage high-performing teams while cultivating a strong pipeline of up and coming leaders.
• Drive operational efficiency, handle budget targets, capital expenditures, and reporting metrics.
• Ensure robust security protocols and promote a culture of data integrity and best documentation practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree