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!

Business Unit Overview:

The Alternative Channel Expansion (ACE) team is part of the Pet Health business and is a key driver for growth. Our sales are growing, and our team is expanding! Pet owners shop across channels and are looking for quality brands for their pets where they shop for pet supplies. As part of the ACE team, you will be supporting the sales of Elanco’s products through retail channels of distribution including Pet Specialty Retail, E-Commerce sites, Mass merchants as well as other specialty or niche retailers. Elanco offers an unparalleled line of pet health solutions to the consumer. The team’s focus is delivering against this key business segment with dedicated resources to achieve short- and long-run business objectives.

Your Role: Marketing Associate

As a Marketing Associate, you will be part of the Alternative Channel Expansion (ACE) team to deliver compelling portfolio growth solutions for Key Account customers. In this role, you will be responsible for executing B2B and B2C strategies, driving excellence in commercialization, and collaboratively building activation programs to maximize sales and ensure successful product launches.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement customer-focused monthly, quarterly, and annual programs and promotions based on best-in-class insights.
• Support the planning, execution, and measurement of eCommerce account merchandise strategies and tactics.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Brand and Strategic Account teams to build Growth Plans tailored to customer needs.
• Track program performance metrics to drive improvements and deliver timely communication on results.
• Coordinate activities and presentations for account-specific events and meetings while managing multiple priorities.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, evolving environment with the ability to manage multiple priorities to deliver results.
• 2+ years experience with marketing, communication or sales in the pet market.

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

• MBA or professional marketing qualification.
• Experience working within a matrix organization and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Demonstrated growth mindset with a passion for learning and development.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Information:

• Travel: Up to 10%
• Location: Mississauga, Canada (Hybrid - 3x week in the office)
• Contract Type: 2-year fixed term contract
• Existing open vacancy

Elanco Benefits and Perks:

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $54, 000 to $75, 000. The actual base salary offered may vary based on the successful candidate’s qualifications, including education and experience. Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. The compensation package is subject to change, and the actual base salary could be higher or lower than the range described above.

• Competitive Corporate Bonus program

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance plan options

• Retirement savings program

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Holiday closure

• High value recognition programs

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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