Global Innovation Strategy Lead – Pet Health Parasiticides & Infectious Diseases

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 Innovation Strategy Lead – Pet Health Parasiticides & Infectious Diseases

The Global Innovation Strategy Lead – Pet Health Parasiticides & Infectious Diseases will play a critical role in defining and driving the innovation strategy of our Parasiticides and Vaccines businesses, including the refinement of innovation target areas and prioritization of pipeline assets for resource allocation.

He/she will be responsible for assessment of BD opportunities, pipeline asset forecasts at multiple milestones, as well as key inputs into the launch of global assets, including the development of global brand positioning statements, pricing recommendations and brand name selection.

Your Responsibilities:


* Lead strategic direction for assigned segments, with expertise in Elanco’s portfolio, market trends, competitive landscape, and future technologies to maximize global portfolio value.


* Oversee the commercial evaluation of Innovation Target Areas, Product Profiles, and Launch Labels, collaborating with regional marketing, R&D, and technical teams to align R&D priorities.


* Manage global brand development during launch preparations, including brand name, positioning, and pricing recommendations, while ensuring cross-functional execution.


* Develop business opportunities for pipeline entry and commercialization decisions, providing clear forecasts and scenarios to inform strategy and decisions.


* Establish governance mechanisms to ensure effective input from regional stakeholders and maintain strong cross-functional alignment across key processes and strategic initiatives.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):


* Education: MBA preferred and/or bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field.


* At least 10 years of experience in product marketing, brand management, project management, or product launch leadership roles.


* Minimum of 10 years of animal health experience with a detailed understanding of global dynamics in PH Prevention


* Proven understanding ...