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Associate Brand Manager, US Pet Health -Seresto

As the Associate Brand Manager forSeresto, you will play a pivotal role in driving the growth of a leading brand in the pet health retail space. You will own and execute key marketing programs, from creative development with our agency partners to in-market execution. This role is perfect for a data-driven marketer who thrives on turning analytics into actionable business strategies and has a keen eye for creative excellence. You will manage projects from packaging innovations to social media campaigns, partnering closely with sales, shopper marketing, and our agency teams to make a tangible impact on our direct-to-consumer business.

Your Responsibilities:

• Drive Business Results: Proactively analyze market, competitor, and consumer data to uncover key insights. Leverage analytics to inform brand strategy, influence commercial forecasts, and coordinate with demand planning to ensure product availability.

• GuideBrand& Campaign Strategy: In partnership with the Senior Brand Manager, co-lead the annual brand planning process and manage the execution of marketing programs and campaigns from start to finish.

• Manage Key Projects: Take ownership of critical commercial projects, including packaging innovations, social media and influencer strategy, and the development of digital and physical marketing collateral,demonstratingresilience and a sharp eye for creative.

• Develop Customer & Consumer Insight: Build a deep understanding of consumer and customer needs by interacting with sales and shopper marketing teams and analyzing consumer research torepresentthe voice of the customer.

• Oversee Marketing Operations: Collaborate with marketing specialists and agency partners to manage the efficient routing and lifecycle of promotional materials through the regulatory review process, serving as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education:Bachelor's Degree in Marketing/Business, or a High School Diploma / GED with an equivalent level of experience.

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in marketing, sales, ora relatedcommercial function, including experience in theConsumer PackagedGoods (CPG) industry.

• Analytical Acumen:Demonstratedexperience in business analytics with a strong understanding of retail business drivers and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

• Project Management: Proven ability to independently manage complex projects from concept to completion, such as packaging updates, creative campaigns, or innovation launches.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional partners and external agencies.

• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Elanco does notanticipateproviding sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this position.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):

• Experience working with advertising agencies and navigating regulatory/legal review processes.

• Proficiencywith data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau) andthe MicrosoftOffice Suite.

• A customer-centric mindset with experience in consumer research.

• A positive, resilient, and collaborative attitude.

Additional Information:

• Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment

• Travel: Up to 20% annually

Don'tmeet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrecognized groups are less likely to applytojobs 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 butdon'tnecessarily 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