Director, Supply Chain

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco seeks a Director of Supply Chain at the Speke site to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy, balancing demand, capacity, inventory and priorities to enable operational excellence.

You will partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Procurement and Commercial teams, coach a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvement while championing Lean and ELOS across the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience within Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing in a regulated industry.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end supply chain operations within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), production planning, inventory management, and customer supply.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the site's Supply Chain strategy as part of the Site Leadership Team.
• Lead Master Scheduling, Manufacturing Scheduling, Raw Material Planning, and Warehousing to ensure reliable product supply.
• Own the site S&OP process, balancing customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and inventory.
• Hands-on experience using SAP for supply chain planning, inventory management, and operational processes.
• Drive service performance through OTIF delivery, effective planning, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead strategic supply chain initiatives including product launches, technology transfers, insourcing, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide leadership for warehousing, inventory management, and third-party logistics providers.
• Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials to ensure continuity of supply.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing Supply Chain team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Champion Lean principles and the Elanco Operating System (ELOS) to improve operational performance and eliminate waste.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

S&OP

Production planning

Inventory management

Stakeholder management

GMP-regulated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related

Tools

SAP

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. 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!

Your role:

As Director of Supply Chain, you will be a key member of the Speke Site Leadership Team, shaping the site's supply chain strategy and ensuring reliable product supply across manufacturing operations. You'll lead the end-to-end supply chain function, balancing customer demand, manufacturing capacity, inventory, and operational priorities while driving continuous improvement across the site. Working closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Procurement, and Commercial teams, you'll play a critical role in delivering business performance and supporting future growth. This role is for you if you are a leader who is equally comfortable setting strategic direction and spending time on the manufacturing floor understanding challenges first-hand. You'll be an excellent communicator who knows how to adapt your style to different audiences - from senior leaders to frontline teams - building trust, influencing decisions, and creating alignment across the business. You'll bring a naturally curious and hands‑on approach to problem solving. Rather than managing issues from behind a desk, you'll enjoy getting to the source of problems, engaging with teams, and working collaboratively to identify practical, sustainable solutions. Most importantly, you'll be passionate about developing people, creating a culture of continuous improvement, and inspiring teams to challenge existing ways of working in pursuit of operational excellence.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the site's Supply Chain strategy as part of the Site Leadership Team.
• Lead Master Scheduling, Manufacturing Scheduling, Raw Material Planning, and Warehousing to ensure reliable product supply.
• Own the site S&OP process, balancing customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and inventory.
• Hands‑on experience using SAP for supply chain planning, inventory management, and operational processes.
• Drive service performance through OTIF delivery, effective planning, and cross‑functional collaboration.
• Lead strategic supply chain initiatives including product launches, technology transfers, insourcing, and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide leadership for warehousing, inventory management, and third‑party logistics providers.
• Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials to ensure continuity of supply.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing Supply Chain team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Champion Lean principles and the Elanco Operating System (ELOS) to improve operational performance and eliminate waste.

What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience within Supply Chain, Operations, or Manufacturing in a regulated industry.
• Proven experience leading end‑to‑end supply chain operations within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience leading Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), production planning, inventory management, and customer supply.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing high‑performing teams.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge:

• Experience leading supply chain transformation or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lean, Six Sigma Green Belt (or equivalent).
• Experience supporting product launches, technology transfers, or manufacturing network changes.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders across multiple functions.
• Experience working within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.

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 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 Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.