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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.

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Your Role: Site Planner

As a Site Planner, you will be part of the Clinton Manufacturing Supply Chain team, responsible for translating long-term demand into an achievable production plan that aligns with site capacity, resources, and business priorities. In this role, you will lead cross-functional planning processes, perform data-driven analysis to support decision-making, and manage planning initiatives that improve service, inventory performance, and operational efficiency. This position has a strong project management and analytical focus, requiring the ability to drive scenarios, manage priorities, and lead planning improvements across the site.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain mid- to long-term production plans by analyzing demand, capacity, inventory, and supply constraints to ensure alignment with customer service and site objectives

• Lead cross-functional planning activities, including R& OP/S& OP alignment, product launches, and supply scenarios, and serve as the key liaison between site operations and central supply chain teams

• Perform data analysis and scenario modeling to evaluate risks, optimize inventory and production strategies, and support business plan and forecast reviews

• Monitor production performance and inventory levels, proactively identifying issues and driving corrective actions or crisis management support when needed

• Lead or support planning-related projects and continuous improvement initiatives within SAP/IBP and site planning processes

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or related field (or High School Diploma/GED with equivalent experience)

• Required Experience: Minimum of 2–5 years of experience in supply chain planning, production planning, operations, manufacturing, or a related analytical role

• Top 2 skills: Strong analytical and scenario modeling capability, along with project management and cross-functional influencing skills

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

• Experience with SAP and/or IBP planning systems

• APICS or other supply chain certification

• Experience leading cross-functional projects or planning initiatives

• Knowledge of manufacturing operations, capacity planning, and inventory optimization

• Advanced Excel, data analysis, or reporting skills

Additional Information:

• Travel: Up to 10% annually as needed

• Location: Clinton, IN Manufacturing Site – Onsite work environment

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!

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:

• Multiple relocation packages

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)

• 8-week parental leave

• 9 Employee Resource Groups

• Annual bonus offering

• Up to 6% 401K matching

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