Senior Director - US Marketing Operations - Farm Animal & Pet Health (Project Management)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We're driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life' and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role: Senior Director- Marketing Operations
Are you a transformative marketing operations leader ready to make a significant impact on a global scale?
At Elanco, we're driven by our purpose of enriching the lives of animals and the people who care for them. As a global leader in animal health, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Director of Marketing Operations to lead our US Farm Animal and Pet Health marketing operations. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for operational excellence, a proven ability to lead high-performing teams, and a desire to shape the future of marketing at Elanco, we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity.
Lead the Charge – Transform Marketing Operations:
This isn't just about maintaining the status quo; it's about revolutionizing how we do marketing. You will be the architect of our marketing operations vision, driving efficiency, performance, and cross-functional collaboration across our US Farm Animal and Pet Health businesses. Your leadership will be instrumental in leveraging technology to evolve our marketing capabilities, identifying operational efficiencies, standardizing processes, and synergizing efforts between business units.
Shape the Future – Global Impact:
The US market often serves as a pilot for Elanco's global initiatives. Your success in optimizing US marketing operations will pave the way for global adoption, amplifying your impact and contributing to Elanco's worldwide growth.
Your Responsibilities:
Define and Lead Marketing Operations Strategy: Set the vision, streamline workflows, and implement best practices to optimize marketing performance and ROI.
Manage Technology & Tools: Evaluate, implement, and oversee marketing technology solutions, ensuring effective use and continuous improvement.
Oversee Financial & Vendor Management: Lead marketing budgeting, financial tracking, and strategic vendor relationships, including performance reviews and reporting.
Lead Internal Creative Services Agency: Drive process adoption and efficiencies, manage creative production, and stay ahead of in-house agency trends.
Drive Marketing Excellence & Capability Building: Ensure cross-functional alignment, consistent execution of brand strategies, and support learning across the organization.
Build and Develop High-Performing Teams: Coach team members, fill talent gaps, and foster a culture of innovation and excellence in marketing operations.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Bachelor's Degree required
10+ years of experience including
5+ years of management experience
Strong leadership presence
Excellent planning, organizational and project management skills
Proven experience with change management and organizational transformation
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Proven Change Agent: Skilled in driving process improvements and navigating ambiguity with strong learning agility and adaptability.
Marketing Expertise: Deep knowledge of marketing principles, digital and agency experience, and the ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution.
Strong Communication & Leadership Skills: Effective in conflict resolution, decision-making, and managing complexity across teams and functions.
Project & Time Management: Adept at handling multiple projects, utilizing project management tools, and meeting tight deadlines in dynamic environments.
Global & Cross-Functional Experience: Experienced in working with international teams, adapting strategies for global markets, and aligning stakeholders.
Additional Information:
Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Greenfield, IN - Hybrid Work Environment
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Multiple relocation packages
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Flexible work arrangements
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
