Global VP, Technical Services & Manufacturing Science

Elanco in; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel 40–50%

Job summary

Elanco seeks a visionary leader as Vice President, Global TSMS and Engineering, to guide enterprise-wide Technical Services, Manufacturing Science and Engineering across the global network. You will own end-to-end process lifecycle management, engineering strategy for facilities and automation, and advance the modernization of manufacturing with advanced digital technologies.

You will define and drive the global strategy, oversee tech transfer and validation, lead investigations and continuous

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biologics, or animal health manufacturing with leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in process development and validation; strong strategic leadership across multi-site teams.
• Experience with CMC regulatory submissions and external manufacturing partners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global TSMS and Engineering strategy across the manufacturing network.
• Oversee technology transfer and process validation from development to commercial manufacturing.
• Lead global technical support, investigations, and continuous improvement programs for robustness and output.
• Provide leadership for global facilities and automation, managing capital projects and GMP compliance.
• Develop a roadmap for next-generation manufacturing, including AI, robotics, and digital tech.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Process development

Regulatory compliance

Digital/automation

Education

PhD in engineering

MSc in chemical/mechanical/industrial engineering

BSc in chemical engineering

Job description

Elanco seeks a visionary leader as Vice President, Global TSMS and Engineering, to guide enterprise-wide Technical Services, Manufacturing Science and Engineering across the global network. You will own end-to-end process lifecycle management, engineering strategy for facilities and automation, and advance the modernization of manufacturing with advanced digital technologies.

You will define and drive the global strategy, oversee tech transfer and validation, lead investigations and continuous