Principal/Sr. Principal Logistics Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a site-level Plan for Every Part (PFEP), incorporating supplier data, SAP bill-of-material and non-BOM items, and product usage rates across the Richmond site.
• Support the design and implementation of business processes during the start-up phase.
• Support the set-up, commissioning, and qualification activities for automated material handling systems (ASRS, VSM, AMRs, AGVs, and conveyance equipment).
• Drive lean principles and ensure efficient material flows are maintained throughout the logistics center; support value stream mapping initiatives.
• Develop Logistics Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions in partnership with Operations, Quality, and Safety.
• Partner with maintenance and automation teams to develop a spare parts strategy for logistics equipment.

Ongoing Operations

• Responsible for ensuring logistics systems (ASRS, VSM, conveyance, AMRs, AGVs) consistently meet the operational demands of the business.
• Maintain PFEP data throughout the full lifecycle of all production flows to ensure system capacity is not exceeded.
• Work closely with business leaders to anticipate when business demand will approach or exceed logistics system capability and propose solutions proactively.
• Develop and maintain quality systems for logistics and materials management, including SOPs, work instructions, and training materials pertinent to receipt, kitting, shipping, and general warehouse practices.
• Manage change controls and support or lead quality investigations; own work instructions and SOPs governing warehouse equipment.
• Support change and deviation management within the function.
• Provide daily operations support across: (i) receipt of inbound materials, (ii) kitting and replenishment of production materials, (iii) general material flow through the logistics center, and (iv) execution of daily shipments.
• Benchmark emerging materials management and logistics initiatives across the Lilly network and externally.
• Support capital planning for expansion or recapitalization of warehouse systems and equipment.

Minimum Educational Qualifications / Experience Required

• Bachelor's Degree (BSc) in Engineering, Supply Chain, Logistics, Science, or a related discipline required.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a logistics, materials management, or supply chain engineering role, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, automotive, or FMCG industries.
• Experience with ERP systems required.

Additional Skills / Preferences

• MBA or MSc preferred.
• SAP S/4HANA and/or SAP EWM experience strongly preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma experience or certification is desirable.
• Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability in root cause analysis and data-driven decision making.
• Experience with automated storage and material handling systems (ASRS, VSM, AMRs, AGVs, conveyance) is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of GMP requirements as they apply to warehouse and material management operations.
• Understanding of data integrity principles and their application in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Ability to communicate and influence effectively across functional groups and site stakeholders.
• Demonstrated project management capability; able to coordinate complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to balance short-term operational needs against long-term business evolution.
• Demonstrates continuous improvement mindset; familiar with lean principles and value stream mapping.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work proactively with minimal supervision.
• Enthusiasm for change, team spirit, and flexibility to adapt to evolving business needs.