Associate Director - Service Delivery -Central Quality ...

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. Weu2019re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Lillyu2019s Purpose: At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. As a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, we are committed to discovering and delivering life-changing medicines, improving disease management, and giving back to our communities. Weu2019re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. About the Role: Lilly is advancing a digital strategy that modernizes Quality through innovative digital solutions. Key priorities include: 1. Established and standardized quality processes for the MQ Tech at Lilly Quality organization 2. Innovation and agility to support growth across new sites, modalities, and partnerships 3. Modernization of solution infrastructure through cloud-based platforms and advanced technologies As a Service Delivery Lead for the MQ Tech at Lilly Quality organization you are the liaison between business outcomes and dependable technology servicesu2014designing, implementing, and managing the service level management process that ensures end-to-end Tech at Lilly service performance aligned to evolving business needs. You apply an Agile mindset to adapt quickly, prioritize incremental improvements, and foster collaboration across product teams. You drive operational excellence across incident, problem, change, release, and retirement, verify supplier metrics, lead ITIL-based service improvements, and serve as the primary liaison for day-to-day service changes, incidents, and problems. Key Objectives/Deliverables: + Service Ownership: + Act as the primary owner for Central Quality Solutions, including Vault Quality services such as QDocs, QMS, and related integrations. + Ensure service availability, performance, and compliance with Lillyu2019s quality standards and regulatory requirements. + Operational Excellence: + Lead incident, problem, and change management processes for the MQ Tech at Lilly Quality Organization + Monitor service health and proactively address risks and issues. + Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and user experience. + Stakeholder Engagement: + Collaborate with Product Managers, Quality business teams, and IT partners to align service delivery with business priorities. + Communicate service performance metrics and improvement plans to stakeholders. + Vendor and Partner Management: + Manage relationships with support and technology vendors (e.g., HCL, TCS, Veeva) and integration partners. + Ensure adherence to contractual SLAs and quality standards. + Governance and Compliance: + Maintain compliance with GxP and Lillyu2019s internal policies for system validation and documentation. + Support audits and inspections related to Vault Quality systems. + Agile and Product Pod Alignment: + Work closely with Product Pods to ensure seamless integration of service delivery within the Agile operating model. + Contribute to backlog prioritization and release planning for Vault Quality enhancements. How Youu2019ll Succeed: Build Strong Relationships: Establish trust with business stakeholders, product teams, and vendors to ensure alignment and collaboration. Drive Accountability: Use data-driven insights to hold suppliers and internal teams accountable for performance and compliance. Communicate Clearly: Provide timely, transparent updates on service health, risks, and improvement initiatives. Solve Problems Effectively: Apply structured problem-solving techniques to resolve incidents and root causes quickly, minimizing business impact and preventing recurrence. Champion Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify technical gaps and implement enhancements to optimize service delivery. Stay Agile and Compliant: Adapt to changing business needs while maintaining regulatory and audit requirements. Lead with Influence: Act as the go-to expert for service delivery, guiding teams through complex technical challenges and ensuring operational excellence. What You Should Bring: + Service Management Expertise: Strong understanding of ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release) and service governance frameworks. + Technical Knowledge: + Familiarity with enterprise platforms such as ServiceNow + Knowledge of Veeva Vault, QualityDocs, and QMS, as well as modern integration solutions to ensure compliance and support validated environments + Understanding of cloud technologies (e.g., AWS), APIs, and modern integration platforms to diagnose issues and guide improvements with technical teams + Ability to interpret technical documentation and translate it into actionable service improvements + Agile Mindset & Practices: + Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban) and collaborating with product teams. + Ability to apply Agile principles to service deliveryu2014prioritizing incremental improvements, fostering transparency, and adapting to changing business needs. + Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze service performance data, identify trends, and apply structured problem-solving techniques to resolve issues quickly and prevent recurrence. Drive data-driven decisions that improve service reliability and efficiency. + Vendor Management Experience: Skilled in managing third-party providers, validating SLAs, and leading governance reviews. + Compliance Awareness: Knowledge of regulatory and audit requirements in validated environments (e.g., GMP). + Communication & Leadership: Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority. Basic Qualifications: + Bacheloru2019s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. + 7+ years of experience in service delivery lead roles. + 7+ years experience working in regulated environments and with internal systems quality policies and procedures. Additional Preferences: + Experience with Veeva QMS + Knowledge of MuleSoft + ITILu00ae certification and practical application of service management principles + Understanding of technical design best practices (Cybersecurity, Privacy, Legal, Quality, TCO, serviceability) + Knowledge of GxP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and automation systems Role is onsite 5 days per week at our Indianapolis site. Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response. Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Womenu2019s Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups. Actual compensation will depend on a candidateu2019s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is $124,500 - $182,600 Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lillyu2019s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees. #WeAreLilly

Created: 2026-03-02