Elanco is seeking a Technical Consultant within our Swine Business Unit. Elanco is a global research-based company that develops and delivers product and services to enhance animal health and production. We value innovation, both in scientific research and daily operations, and strive to cultivate a collaborative work environment for more than 1,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1954, Elanco is a division of Eli Lilly and Company. Our worldwide headquarters and research facilities are in Greenfield, Indiana.
To be considered for this opportunity, you must go to http://www.lilly.com and apply to position #50220799. No applications outside of lilly.com will be accepted.
Technical Consultant – Elanco
Provide quality technical support to the sales and marketing organization through customer service and research for the Elanco Animal Health Swine Business Unit.
KEY OBJECTIVES/DELIVERABLES::
- Provide expertise and leadership in the area of the US commercial swine industry as a member of the Elanco swine technical consulting team
- Serve as a resource for sales representatives, marketing personnel, and fellow technical consultants
- Provide technical support in the sales process through direct contact with swine production customers
- Participate as a team member that develops and implements trials to improve swine production practices through the use of animal health products
- Function as a field project leader, trial monitor, or investigator
- Participate in the ongoing development of Elanco’s business strategy with marketing, sales, and technical consulting groups
- Support the development of training, marketing, and sales materials for Elanco
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A D.V.M. and (or) a Ph.D. in nonruminant nutrition, meat science, or equivalent field with 3-5 years of experience preferred (or equivalent work experience)
- The candidate must have a thorough understanding of the US pork chain, commercial swine production methods, swine diseases, nutrition, and production trends for the swine industry
- In addition, the candidate should have an established network of US pork chain contacts
ADDITIONAL SKILLS/PREFERENCES:
- The candidate should have excellent communication and analytical skills (both written and oral), excellent interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and a demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment
Lilly credits its exceptional employees for its successes, and knows the key to ongoing achievement lies in attracting and retaining the best people. A company rich in heritage, Lilly employs individuals, conducts research and markets products worldwide. By providing for the unmet needs of our customers through a continuous stream of innovation, we will outgrow all competitors.
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