Vice President/Associate Vice President Capital Planning & Facilities Management

Lilly • Indianapolis, IN

31d • $241,500 - $354,200

About The Position

The LRL Research Capital and Facilities Leader shapes and executes operational strategy for research and development initiatives. The role works with cross-functional teams to plan and execute research capital projects, manage research capital assets, and conduct long-range facility and capital planning. It oversees project delivery, capital budgeting, risk management, compliance, and integration of relevant industry innovations. The leader also provides strategic guidance to senior leadership and collaborates with research operations leaders and stakeholders across the organization.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (M.S., MBA, or equivalent) in science with a relevant business or scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in capital project management, research operations, leadership, and strategic planning.
• Project management experience, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all organizational levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization and drive results.
• Ability to influence and inspire across functional areas without reporting-line authority.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for research operations that align with company goals and objectives.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and monitoring of capital projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with capital plans and facilities management, and implement best practices and process improvements in collaboration with scientists, project managers, and external partners.
• Engage in acquisition activities and drive efficient integration.
• Monitor industry trends and advancements, integrating relevant innovations into the company's research operations strategy.
• Work closely with research operations leaders.
• Provide strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on research operations-related matters.
• Maintain compliance, including for direct reports, with corporate and regulated policies, SOPs, and Red Book requirements.
• Manage annual capital business plans and engage in long-range capital planning.
• Manage a centralized LRL capital budget by developing cost-effective capital plans, monitoring and controlling costs, and using change management when necessary.
• Ensure the capital investment strategy aligns with LRL financial and portfolio-based goals, as well as productivity and cost-savings initiatives.

Benefits

• Company bonus, 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: Senior