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. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People.
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 Product Manager, Manufacturing ExcellenceAs a Senior Product Manager within the Manufacturing Excellence group, you will lead the strategy and delivery of digital solutions that modernize global manufacturing operations. You will partner closely with global process owners and engineering teams to digitize the plant floor, improve efficiency, and deliver high-impact products aligned with Elanco’s digital strategy.
In this role, you will initially concentrate on driving innovation, efficiency, and leveraging your expertise to enhance key manufacturing processes and digital products. As part of a dynamic team, you will have the opportunity to broaden your impact by transitioning into other product areas as business priorities evolve and new challenges arise.
Lead product strategy, discovery, and execution for manufacturing platforms and digital solutions
Manage the full product lifecycle from concept through launch and continuous improvement
Partner with manufacturing and engineering leaders to define product roadmaps and align with business priorities
Drive data-informed decisions to improve product performance and operational outcomes
Mentor and support other product managers to strengthen team capability
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business, or a related field
Experience: 10+ years of technology experience, including 5+ years supporting GxP systems with Computer System Validation (CSV) and 3+ years supporting manufacturing operations
Core Skills: Strong product management expertise (roadmap ownership, product discovery, delivery of complex technical solutions) combined with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and solve complex business challenges
Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
Experience with data platforms, analytics, or IoT in manufacturing environments
Experience mentoring or leading other product managers
Advanced degree (MBA or related field)
Travel: Minimal
Location: Indianapolis, IN – Hybrid Work Environment
Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Elanco, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you believe you could be a strong fit, we encourage you to apply.
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
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At Elanco, we work to improve the health of animals through innovative products and services for pets and farm animals around the world. As a global animal health company, we provide solutions that empower our customers to advance a vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life. Since 1954, Elanco has committed to empowering veterinarians, farmers, and all those who care for animals with the tools they need to help animals live healthy lives. Healthier animals are the key to making our lives better - This is the fundamental belief uniting all global Elanco employees. That’s why we are committed to the idea that our business can be a unique force for good for all in society. Through our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ framework of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments, we focus on delivering sustainable solutions to advance the well-being of animals, people and the planet. This program also enables our employees around the world to take paid time off to make an impact as a volunteer, offering their time or talent to give back to our customers, causes and communities. #ElancoHealthyPurpose #WeAreElanco
