R&D Materials Management Specialist at Elanco in Elwood, Kansas

Job Description:

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. We’re driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life’ and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.

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: R&D Materials Management Specialist

Highly organized and detail-oriented person to join the R&D Material Management team within Global Operations and Transformation in Elwood, Kansas. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to play a critical role in supporting Elanco's innovative research and development efforts by ensuring R&D materials are managed efficiently, in full compliance will all applicable standards and regulations.

Your Responsibilities:

• Oversee lifecycle of R&D study materials (receipt, storage, inventory, study-specific processing (Labeling/Packaging), shipping, returns, and destruction) at internal and external sites.




• Ensure compliance with all applicable standards and regulations for R&D material management.




• Provide subject matter expertise on R&D material shipping, including logistics, documentation, HTS classification, and global trade compliance.




• Partner with Elanco’s Import/Export Compliance, Quality, Regulatory, and project teams to maintain compliance and oversight.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: B.S., or equivalent work experience.




• Required Experience: 8 years of related experience in compliance management of R&D materials. Proven experience in managing the transportation of hazardous materials, including IATA certification and HTS classification expertise. Demonstrated strong organizational and project management skills with meticulous attention to detail. Able to work independently, handle pressure, and meet deadlines.

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

• Professional certifications in import/export compliance (e.g., CES, CCS) are preferred.




• Prior experience working in a regulated environment, such as pharmaceuticals or a related field.




• Experience with inventory control.

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Additional Information:  

• Travel: 10%




• Location: Elwood, KS

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!  

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 




• Flexible work arrangements 




• 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