Associate Director - Technical Program Management

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. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.

Associate Director - Technical Program Manager

Job Description Summary

Direct a cross-functional development team to deliver new products and solutions to Global Services business partners and stakeholders. Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, budget, and desired quality. Drive clarity across departments by defining and prioritizing program objectives, critical success factors, and deliverables. Motivate the team and instill urgency in meeting program commitments.

About Lilly

Lilly unites caring with discovery to improve lives globally. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lilly's 35,000 employees work to bring life-changing medicines to those in need, enhance disease management, and contribute to communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We prioritize people and strive to make life better worldwide.

Tech@Lilly

Lilly's research and product-oriented mindset focuses on Accelerate, Reach, and Scale using new-gen technologies. Global Services Tech@Lilly (GS T@L) is a key tech function within Tech@Lilly, addressing business pain points with advanced technology solutions. GS T@L supports various business areas under Enterprise Business Solutions (EBS) and ERP Services.

Job Title: Technical Program Manager

Experience Level: 15+ years
Location: Bengaluru, India

Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute single or multiple programs, managing risks, scope changes, and tracking outcomes.
• Lead cross-functional execution including proof of concept projects, program execution, product delivery, operational improvement, process improvement, and product life-cycle management.
• Collaborate with business, enterprise, and 3rd party partners to deliver quality products on time, within budget, and meeting business expectations.
• Define execution methodologies and project management practices.
• Implement and maintain governance frameworks to ensure compliance with Lilly’s standards.
• Ensure continuous improvement of products in line with Lilly’s software development methodologies.
• Manage stakeholder communication, business negotiation, and progress reporting at various organizational levels.
• Make decisions or solve moderately complex tasks using technical expertise and collaboration.
• Guide team members' growth through performance management, development planning, and career advancement.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing culture that drives innovation and accountability.
• Be a good steward of Lilly's resources.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree and MBA.
• 5+ years of experience managing programs in a highly regulated industry.
• 10+ years of program management experience, leading product development from concept to global market introduction.

Desired Characteristics

• Proven experience using project management methodologies in a regulated industry.
• Certifications: PMP, PgMP, Agile (sAFE) (preferred).
• Pharmaceutical industry experience with knowledge of GxP and pharmaceutical processes.
• Awareness of SDLC, mobile application development, cloud development, AI platforms, and cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity, remove roadblocks, and prioritize conflicting requirements.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence outcomes and organize team members.
• Experience leading and working with global teams and stakeholders.
• Excellent influencing, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Experience working with external business partners and driving procurement.

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