Sr. Director – Technical Services & Manufacturing Sciences (TSMS) – Tech Transfer

Role Summary

The Senior Director of TSMS – Tech Transfer is a strategic leadership role responsible for leading global technical teams in the successful transfer of drug substance and dry oral products (including SDD) processes across internal and external manufacturing sites. This role ensures consistent execution of Lilly’s commercialization strategy, drives technical excellence, and fosters collaboration across development, manufacturing, and regulatory functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead organization of TSMS technical experts on global tech transfer teams supporting both the initial commercialization of pipeline products and node to node transfers of commercial products across the drug substance and dry products portfolio.
• Develop standardized business processes and Playbooks to support global tech transfers across multiple platforms and sites (including simultaneous transfers to dual sourcing sites).
• Ensure alignment of Playbooks with Single Process Map deliverables and buy-in from BR&D/SMDD and Analytical (AQCL) on standardized processes.
• Structure the team to own and continuously improve Tech Transfer Playbooks and training programs.
• Ensure consistency in technical deliverables and documentation across transfers.

Qualifications

• Education
• Minimum: B.S. in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Preferred: Master‚Äôs or Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Microbiology.

Experience

• 15+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or technical services within a cGMP environment.
• 5+ years of experience in drug substance or dry product tech transfer and commercialization.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and successful molecule transfers.
• Deep technical knowledge of parenteral products and control strategies.

Skills

• Strong project management and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to influence across sites and central functions.
• Experience mentoring and developing technical talent.

Education

• As listed above under Qualifications.

Additional Requirements

• Some domestic and international travel may be required.