Manager - Human Resources

About the Site

Lilly is building a new, state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing facility in Houston, TX for production of API (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient) molecules—the core compounds used to make our medicines. The facility will provide APIs for current and future products, including new modalities, and offers a unique opportunity to help build the organization, the facility, and the culture from the ground up.

About the Role

This individual‑contributor position will help implement initiatives that directly shape the site’s employees, leaders, and culture. You will partner closely with the site HR Senior Director and site leadership, balancing the needs of employees, leaders, and the business as the site scales into GMP operations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the site HR Senior Director to design and execute the site’s people strategy and HR initiatives.
• Act as a strategic HR partner and day‑to‑day resource for site leadership and employees.
• Own HR data, analytics, and reporting for the site—track key people metrics, spot trends, and present insights to leadership.
• Support core HR processes, including talent management, succession planning, performance and engagement programs, recruiting, compensation, and the technical career‑ladder promotion process; communicate progress and partner with HR Centers of Excellence.
• Support global staffing initiatives such as short‑ and long‑term assignments, permanent international transfers, and cross‑site training collaborations.
• Design and deliver onboarding and new‑employee orientation programs for the site.
• Shape culture and leadership‑development strategies that improve employee engagement and performance.
• Contribute to Manufacturing & Quality (M&Q) HR projects across the broader Lilly network, sharing best practices and providing input on design and implementation.
• Identify and drive continuous‑improvement opportunities across HR and site processes, systems, and tools.
• Support change management as the site grows—help leaders communicate clearly and help employees navigate periods of transition.
• Be a visible, approachable presence on‑site—building relationships and staying close to the day‑to‑day pulse of the organization.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 2 years of experience in HR Business Partnership and/or supporting an HR Center of Excellence (COE) or relevant business area.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; Lilly cannot sponsor work authorization or visas for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Human Resources and/or manufacturing site experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Track record of building rapport and influencing others.
• Strong project‑management and organizational skills with flexibility to manage shifting priorities and workload.
• Experience leading change‑management efforts.
• Ability to use data and analytics to diagnose problems and evaluate the impact of changes.
• Comfort with Workday and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), plus curiosity about AI tools and emerging technology.

Schedule

This is an onsite role at a manufacturing facility, Monday – Friday, with occasional evening/weekend work to support the site. Flexibility to work remotely up to 4 days per month. Minimal travel required.

Pay

The anticipated wage for this position is $58,500 – $137,500, dependent on education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Full‑time equivalent employees are also eligible for a company bonus based on company and individual performance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit program including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Eligibility to participate in a company‑sponsored 401(k) and pension plan.
• Vacation benefits and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent day‑care.
• Life insurance and death benefits.
• Various time‑off and leave‑of‑absence benefits.
• Well‑being benefits such as employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities.