Operations Associate - Warehouse & Logistics

Position Description

The Operations Associate – Warehouse & Logistics supports the Concord Warehouse & Logistics organization by leading projects and process improvements that strengthen day‑to‑day operations. Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the role takes a leadership position on the area process team and the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety program, serves as a liaison between Warehouse Operations and supporting functions, and helps drive change controls and quality/HSE event management.

The Associate also provides leadership coverage in the absence of the Manager.

• Data gathering, development and monitoring of metrics.
• Investigate quality and HSE events, conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures.
• Lead the deviation process for the warehouse operations in collaboration with other functions.
• Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives for warehouse operations and ensure they are executed on time.
• Provide operational and project support for the business responsibilities within Concord Warehouse Operations.
• Manage warehouse capacity; propose and implement projects, as required.
• Implement assigned projects end to end: deliver analysis, propose solutions, and partner with departments across the site to bring them to completion.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new and revised processes and procedures as required.
• Provide analysis of specific operational or business processes as identified by management.
• Ensure that all safety practices, policies, and rules are followed and enforced.

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience).
• Experience with SAP S4/HANA; preference for knowledge of EWM.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H‑1B or TN status) for employment positions on the B or S paths or at levels M1‑M2 or R1‑R4.

• Experience in areas of materials management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or manufacturing support functions.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
• APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
• Career interests in operations or supply chain leadership.
• This role works in a warehouse environment and requires the ability to operate or be certified on powered industrial trucks and to perform the physical demands of the position.

• Must be flexible to attend meetings or support off‑shifts as necessary.

Annual salary range: $58,500 - $137,500. Full‑time employees are eligible for company bonuses, a company‑sponsored 401(k), pension, vacation benefits, medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and other well‑being benefits. Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate compensation and benefit programs at its discretion.

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.