Brand Manager, Dairy

Elanco • Indianapolis, IN

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Brand Manager on Elanco’s Dairy Marketing Team, this role is a key leader within the US Marketing organization, responsible for driving strategy and success for brands in the dairy portfolio. The Brand Manager champions these brands to support dairy producers and the animals in their care, partnering closely with sales, finance, and technical teams to develop and execute marketing plans that address customer needs and achieve Elanco’s financial goals. The position is based at Elanco’s global headquarters in Indianapolis, Indiana, in a hybrid work environment, and requires 20% travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Marketing, Agribusiness, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in brand management or marketing.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing strategic marketing plans.
• Ability to understand data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience managing budgets and P&L statements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the animal health or dairy industry.
• MBA or advanced degree in a related field.
• Ability to influence and lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Experience with marketing analytics and business intelligence tools.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and resolve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual marketing plans.
• Influence cross-functional teams to drive brand growth.
• Manage the brand’s budget and P&L to achieve financial objectives.
• Analyze market data, customer insights, and competitive trends to identify new opportunities.
• Oversee the development of marketing communications and promotional materials.

Benefits

• Multiple relocation packages.
• Two weeklong shutdowns in the US, in mid-summer and at year-end, in addition to PTO.
• 8-week parental leave.
• Nine Employee Resource Groups.
• Annual bonus offering.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Up to 6% 401(k) matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager