Director, Regulatory Nutritional Health & Sustainability

Elanco • Indianapolis, IN

244d • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree