Commercial Operations Specialist

Elanco Tiergesundheit AG; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated in Indianapolis seeks a high-potential commercial development professional to support the VP of Sales, Executive Director, and Regional Directors. This 18-24 month program builds commercial acumen and leadership readiness across Sales, Marketing, and Finance.

You'll help manage operating cadence, coordinate reviews, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives while gaining exposure to senior leadership in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED with 4 years of equivalent experience.
• Experience: At least 1 year in business operations, administrative support, or trainee program.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote) and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership Support for the VP of Sales and senior directors.
• Business Review Coordination and cross-functional reporting.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Medical, and Finance teams.
• Operating Cadence Management including calendar, travel logistics, and expense reporting.
• Administrative Tracking & Reporting to support leadership priorities.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED with 4 years of equivalent experience

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!

Role Summary

This high-potential commercial development role provides critical operational and business support to the Vice President of Sales, Executive Director, and Regional Directors. It is designed as a 18-24 month intentional developmental experience aimed at building deep commercial acumen and preparing the individual for future leadership opportunities across the organization. It offers broad exposure to Sales, Marketing, and Finance, serving as a high-visibility platform to learn the business while driving the team’s operating cadence and strategic communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership Support: Serve as the operational point of contact for the Vice President of Sales and senior directors, providing business support to maintain leadership alignment and team efficiency within established organizational guidelines.
• Business Review Coordination: Support key business reviews and leadership planning cycles by gathering cross-functional inputs, drafting presentation materials, and documenting decisions and action items to assist in follow-through.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with teams across Sales, Marketing, Medical, and Finance on assigned priority initiatives, contributing functional support and project coordination to meet organizational objectives.
• Operating Cadence Management: Execute and maintain the operating cadence for the Sales leadership team. This includes coordinating calendar optimization, travel logistics, and expense reporting, as well as providing logistical support for meeting preparation.
• Commercial Development: Participate in a structured 18-24 month developmental path aimed at gaining exposure to senior leadership and learning the practical application of commercial strategies within Elanco.
• Administrative Tracking & Reporting: Maintain internal communications, update project trackers, and handle other operational tasks as assigned to ensure the smooth execution of Sales leadership priorities.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED with 4 years of equivalent experience
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in business operations, administrative support, or participation in a corporate trainee program
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote) and exceptional organizational skills with high attention to detail

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Proven ability to anticipate needs and work effectively with senior leadership
• Strong written communication skills with experience in corporate or team newsletters
• Analytical mindset with experience developing business reports or trackers
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced commercial environment
• High potential and interest in future career growth within Sales, Marketing, or Commercial Operations

Additional Information

• Travel: 10%
• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment
• 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.