Supplier identification, evaluation, and selection
Contract negotiation and risk management
The Associate Director of API External Manufacturing position is responsible for an annual spend exceeding $1 billion and will cover one or more modalities as products move from phase III to commercial launch
Job Summary
The Associate Director of API External Manufacturing position is responsible for an annual spend exceeding $1 billion and will cover one or more modalities as products move from phase III to commercial launch.
This role will develop and execute category strategy, lead sourcing strategies, and manage supplier due diligence and contract processes.
Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program including a company bonus, 401(k), pension, vacation, medical, dental, vision, and well-being benefits.
Matching Summary
The Associate Director of API External Manufacturing position is responsible for an annual spend exceeding $1 billion and will cover one or more modalities as products move from phase III to commercial launch.
Salary
$127,500 - $187,000; Company bonus; Comprehensive benefit program
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Category strategy for external API manufacturing
Supplier identification, evaluation, and selection
Contract negotiation and risk management
Commercial agreements addressing supply risks
Market intelligence on CMO capabilities
Nice-to-have
Strong commercial acuity
Project management skills
Presentation skills
Cross-functional team leadership
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in procurement, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, chemistry, business or related fields
5+ years of procurement, business development, contract manufacturing, or commercial B2B responsibilities in the pharmaceutical industry
Experience leading negotiations with internal and external partners
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis