Technical Consultant
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!
Your Role:Technical Consultant
As a Technical Consultant, you will provide critical technical support to Elanco’s marketing and sales teams, the veterinary profession, and corporate clients. In this role, you will be responsible for resolving product inquiries, supporting clinical trials, and influencing key industry opinion leaders to advance animal health.
Your Responsibilities:
Provide specialist technical knowledge and training to brand managers and sales teams while ensuring all activities comply with Elanco SOPs.
Investigate and resolve product-related inquiries and complaints in accordance with pharmacovigilance and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external research organizations to undertake clinical trials and support product development.
Extend Elanco’s influence by building relationships with key industry opinion leaders, the NZVA, and academic institutions.
Contribute technical expertise to marketing campaigns and oversee the final sign-off of technical marketing materials.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Degree in Veterinary Medicine registrable in New Zealand.
Experience: Previous clinical experience in both small and large animal veterinary practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal authorization to work in New Zealand.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Sound analytical skills for data interpretation and trial support.
Proven negotiation and influencing skills to engage with KOLs and industry bodies.
Well-developed communication skills for internal training and external stakeholder management.
Strong time management skills to balance field work and technical review duties.
Additional Information:
Travel:25%
Location:Manukau, NZ - Flexible Work Model
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!
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