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: Global Trade Compliance Governance Expert
As a Subject Matter Expert within the Global Trade Compliance team, you will design, implement and maintain a robust governance framework for international trade and customs compliance. You will help ensure that Elanco’s global trade operations align with applicable regulations, import and export controls, and internal compliance standards. Acting as a trusted expert across regions, you will drive consistency, resilience and continuous improvement throughout Elanco’s trade operations.
- Develop, maintain and oversee the Global Trade Compliance governance framework, including global policies, Standard Operating Procedures and guidelines.
- Design and execute the global trade compliance audit programme, monitor key performance indicators and compliance metrics, and lead corrective action plans following internal or external audits.
- Conduct trade compliance risk assessments across Elanco’s global operations, monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the supply chain, product launches and business activities.
- Provide expert guidance on complex trade scenarios, collaborate with regional and cross-functional stakeholders, and deliver training that strengthens a culture of compliance and integrity.
- Lead or support strategic trade compliance projects and digital transformation initiatives, including Global Trade Management system implementations such as SAP Global Trade Services, engage with regulatory authorities when required, and identify continuous improvement and duty-saving opportunities.
- University degree in International Trade, Law or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7+ years of experience in trade compliance, customs or regulatory governance within a global organisation.
- Deep knowledge of international trade regulations, including customs tariff classification, customs valuation and rules of origin.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex regulations into practical business processes, manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders through effective communication and negotiation.
- Fluent written and spoken English, with strong presentation and stakeholder leadership skills.
- Experience working with Global Trade Management systems, particularly SAP Global Trade Services.
- A track record of supporting trade compliance digital transformation, continuous improvement or duty-saving initiatives.
Work schedule: Full time
Travel: Up to 10%
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized 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!
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Skills Required
- University degree in International Trade, Law, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- At least 7 years of experience in trade compliance, customs, or regulatory governance within a global organization.
- Deep knowledge of international trade regulations, including customs tariff classification, customs valuation, and rules of origin.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex regulations into practical business processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders through communication and negotiation.
- Fluent written and spoken English.
- Strong presentation and stakeholder leadership skills.
- Experience with Global Trade Management systems, particularly SAP Global Trade Services.
- Experience supporting trade compliance digital transformation, continuous improvement, or duty-saving initiatives.
Elanco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Elanco and has not been reviewed or approved by Elanco.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off options are broad, including PTO, flexible leave, and the ability to purchase additional vacation. These provisions are highlighted as supportive of work-life balance.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision alongside company-paid life, disability, and wellness support. Pet insurance and assistance programs reinforce a comprehensive wellbeing offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) and, for some employees, access to a defined benefit pension. These programs add meaningful long-term value to total rewards.
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What We Do
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
