Global Logistics Strategy & Governance Leader

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: Global Logistics Strategy & Governance Leader

Primary relationship owner for Global Freight Forwarder partners, cost and service optimization for current internal end-to-end logistics networks and developing the required processes and infrastructure for future logistics networks.

Your Responsibilities:


* Manage and foster Global Freight Forwarder relationships through optimized cost and service solutions to meet Elanco’s business requirements


* Measure 3PL operational effectiveness through development of a comprehensive set of KPIs, facilitation of Quarterly Business Reviews and implementation of continuous improvement programs


* Identify potential external events that could impede global material flows and develop contingency plans to reduce risks to the business


* Collaborate with cross functional teams to design and implement end-to-end logistics network solutions in support of mergers, acquisitions or other changes to Elanco’s supply chain


* Support Inter-Company Transportation Teams through effective lane routing assignments and adjust as necessary due to equipment/space availability and service level deficiencies; key contributor to ocean, air and road RFI/RPI processes and lead the implementation of outcomes

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):


* Education:  Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics and/or Industrial Engineering


* Required Experience: Combination of 10-15 years international freight transportation and import/export experience with a global manufacturing organization and a Top 25 Global Freight Forwarder in account management and/or operations


* Top Skills: Pharma or Life Sciences experience and knowledge of GMP and Regulatory requirements; deep knowledge of supply chain physical and financial material flows

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):


* Strong knowledge of dynamic ocean/air markets and impact on pricing methodologies


* Possesses a strong knowledge of international shipping rules and regulations i...