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Associate Director - Digital Material Operations
This role supports the definition and implementation of Digital Plant systems and capabilities within Material Management and Supply Chain functions. Responsibilities include understanding business needs, user requirements, and ensuring systems are well configured and integrated to meet these needs.
The position combines expertise in Supply Chain and Material Management with Digital Technology to deliver solutions at the Limerick operations. It involves collaboration with IT, Operations, QC, Engineering, and QA teams, particularly focusing on SAP S4 and SAP EWM applications.
Note: Onsite presence in Raheen, Limerick, is required five days a week. Post-initial training, a hybrid work option allowing up to four days remote work per month may be available.
Educational Qualifications and Experience
* Bachelor’s degree in Business Information Systems, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or related field.
* At least 8 years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably in pharmaceutical or regulated industries.
* Experience with SAP-driven business process flows in a manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
* Translate business needs into user requirements for digital technologies in Material Management and Supply Chain, aiming for automated, paperless, integrated, and data-driven processes.
* Develop standard workflows for digital technology application within business processes.
* Define strategies for testing digital solutions post-implementation, including collaboration with relevant functions for planning and execution.
* Coordinate with operations and IT to develop effective training practices for end users.
* Support the deployment of digital solutions and oversee the digital roadmap for Material Operations and Supply Chain.
* Initially focus on implementing and sustaining SAP S4 and SAP EWM during site startup.
* Build user capabilities in SAP systems across all functions.
* Troubleshoot SAP issues during startup, working with IT teams.
* Develop SAP S4 and SAP EWM roadmaps for site expansion.
* Collaborate with global SAP teams and local IT analysts to optimize technology use.
* Embed SAP as a core system, advancing the digital roadmap at Limerick as part of the Digital Plant team.
Additional Skills and Preferences
* Strong business knowledge, proactive, organized, and self-managed.
* High learning agility, flexible, and capable of managing ambiguity.
* Effective influencer and relationship builder across organizational levels.
* Proven leadership and motivational skills.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Decisive with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
Lilly is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in the workforce. If accommodations are needed during the application process, please complete the workplace accommodation request form. Lilly is an equal opportunity employer, respecting diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.
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