Industry and Consumer Communications Advisor (Creative Design)
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: The Advisor, Industry and Consumer Communications
The Advisor, Industry and Consumer Communications is responsible for protecting and strengthening Elanco's corporate reputation as a leader and changemaker in animal health, including livestock sustainability. This role will have the unique opportunity to build acceptance and demand for some of the most exciting innovations changing the landscape of today's food production. The role will work across both livestock and food industry stakeholders building coalitions in support of innovations. The role is responsible for leading proactive consumer acceptance campaigns, explaining the significance of on-farm practices to support consumer demand for more sustainable food products, as well as issues response efforts, working collaboratively with internal and external partners to build trust in modern livestock production. This position works to identify unique opportunities for collaboration and develop compelling communications content that is rooted in science but delivered in a consumer-friendly tone. The role is responsible for supporting strategy and leading execution of livestock sustainability communications program, meeting our customers and stakeholders where they live, work and play.
Your Responsibilities:
Develop and implement communications narratives and campaigns for food and livestock industries, aligning with business objectives and coordinating with cross-functional teams like Marketing and Global Corporate Communications.
Create and manage integrated communication strategies, ensuring fluid project plans and swift resolution of issues to optimize opportunities.
Proactively assess vulnerabilities, keeping content and talking points updated regularly and leading the response process to address issues effectively.
Position the digital team as thought leaders in social listening, using this expertise as a strategic differentiator for internal and external communications.
Identify and develop leaders to effectively deliver content, offering coaching and guidance to ensure impactful messaging.
Identify key external engagement opportunities (keynotes, events, media) where Elanco leaders can share content to enhance visibility and influence.
Provide spokesperson training and counsel, preparing internal and third-party experts to deliver key messages effectively in public forums and media.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Experience: A minimum of 8 years of experience in consumer food, industry or PR agency environment experience
Proven experience in developing and executing successful public relations campaigns, including integrated communications strategies to drive brand awareness and visibility.
Strong writing and editing skills, with expertise in AP Style and proficiency in Microsoft Office for managing projects and creating content.
Eligible for U.S. employment, with no need for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B or TN status).
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Experience in agriculture, animal, or food industry communications with strong skills in written, social, verbal, and presentation communication.
Proven ability to drive engagement and results, creating change and collaborating effectively with teams to enhance communication strategies.
Strategic thinker, able to translate broad strategies into actionable plans and manage multiple projects with clear priority-setting.
Skilled at networking and influencing leaders at all levels, confidently providing recommendations and feedback across the organization.
Adaptable and proactive self-starter, able to perform independently with proven learning agility and the ability to shift priorities as needed.
Additional Information:
Travel: 20% domestic and international travel (Passport required)
Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Greenfield, IN - Hybrid 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
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
