Farm Animal Sales Representative – Cattle (Beef) - Northeast Nebraska

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: Farm Animal Sales Representative – Cattle (Beef) - Nebraska

Your Responsibilities:


* Generate demand for Elanco products among food animal-focused customers, including veterinary clinics, nutritionists, and key beef and dairy producers.


* Transfer key messages and scientific information about Elanco products to producers and influencers within the designated sales territory.


* Execute business unit consultant strategy effectively.


* Partner with key Channel Partner/Distribution Representatives to ensure successful pull-through of Elanco products.


* Plan and implement sales promotions, meetings, and key customer events; while managing administrative responsibilities such as call notes and territory plans.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):



* Education: Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED with equivalent level of experience) 



* Experience: 0-2+ years sales experience in beef and/or dairy industry preferably with a feed/nutritional & strategic account background or equivalent selling experience in a competitive selling environment.


* Must be legally authorized to be employed in the US.

Elanco does not anticipate proving sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status) for this position. 



* Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record 


* Ability to provide secure and temperature controlled location for product samples may be required. 

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


* Demonstrates strong learning agility, a passion for animal agriculture, and a self-starter mentality with a strong work ethic.


* Ability to make decisions in uncertain and ambiguous situations.


* Strategic thinking and experience in Strategic Account Management.


* Strong planning and execution skills with a focus on delivering results.


* Knowledge of food animal production and the animal health industry (economics and drivers).


* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influenc...