Director, Regulatory Nutritional Health & Sustainability

Elanco; Greenfield (IN); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal health is seeking a Director of Regulatory Nutritional Health & Sustainability to lead global regulatory efforts and ensure compliance. The role involves managing a team, influencing policies, and collaborating with R&D. The ideal candidate will have extensive regulatory experience and strong leadership skills in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Multiple relocation packages

Two weeklong shutdowns

8-week parental leave

9 Employee Resource Groups

Annual bonus offering

Flexible work arrangements

Up to 6% 401K matching

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years of regulatory experience in the nutritional health and/or sustainability industry.
• At least 2-5 years of management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead global regulatory efforts across the full product lifecycle.
• Oversee a team of regulatory scientists and ensure accountability.
• Influence global regulatory policy for nutritional health and sustainability.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory Strategy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry

Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science

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: Director, Regulatory Nutritional Health & Sustainability

As the Director of Regulatory Nutritional Health & Sustainability, you will lead global regulatory efforts across the full product lifecycle, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and aligning submissions with regulatory expectations. In this role, you’ll be responsible for developing and executing regulatory strategies, overseeing a team of regulatory scientists, and influencing global regulatory policies to support Elanco’s Nutritional Health and Sustainability initiatives.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and technical expertise to define regulatory requirements and collaborate with R&D teams.
• Lead and manage a team of regulatory scientists, ensuring accountability to timelines and professional development.
• Influence global regulatory policy for nutritional health and sustainability through active participation in trade associations and regulatory discussions.
• Ensure high-quality regulatory submissions that meet expectations of authorities and customers.
• Coordinate and leverage external partners, consultants, and stakeholders as needed.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Animal Science, or an equivalent scientific discipline.
• Experience: Minimum of 5-10 years of regulatory experience in the nutritional health and/or sustainability industry, with at least 2-5 years of management experience.
• Top 2 skills: Strong leadership and team management abilities; expertise in regulatory strategy and compliance.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience influencing global regulatory policies and engaging with regulatory authorities.
• Knowledge of trade associations such as AAFCO, AFIA, and others.
• Proven ability to develop and execute regulatory strategies for product development and lifecycle management.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams.
• Experience overseeing regulatory submissions and compliance processes.

Additional Information:

• Travel: Up to 25% (Domestic & International)
• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Greenfield, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

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