Technical Consultant- Farm Animal Health Cattle (Kansas/Texas)

• • Candidate must have a thorough understanding of the US cattle industry

  • Knowledge of cattle producers, animal health, and drivers of profitability

  • Candidate must have an expertise in technical consultancy, with special emphasis on addressing customer concerns or needs.

  • Excellent communication (written and oral) and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment.

• Work closely with customers and serve as an active member of account teams

• Identify and position opportunities for customers to use Elanco products

• Actively participate in account planning and incorporate Elanco’s value strategy

• Participate in the development and deployment of training events and materials

• Aide in the planning and preparation for new product launches

• Implement Elanco’s value strategy at the customer level

• Train and coach Elanco personnel on disease, products, and industry practices

• Build relationships with and influence external customers, consultants, and academics

• Identify avenues to deliver value beyond product to customers and Elanco

• Maintain good standing with and influence of key industry organizations

• Prioritize and execute research aligned with business needs and brand specific lifecycle planning

• Conduct research utilizing approved Elanco products

• Ensure publication of research studies in scientific meetings and peer reviewed journals

• Identify and facilitate research efforts in conjunction with Elanco R&D

• Advise Elanco and key stakeholders of innovation opportunities

• Effectively communicate within technical team and account teams

• Identify opportunities and threats for customers and Elanco

• Influence long range strategy and product positioning

• Identify external talent for technical and other roles within Elanco

• Region: Kansas/Texas (Panhandle)

• Travel: 50% (some overnights required)

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented 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!