Warehouse Manager

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: Warehouse Operations Manager

As Warehouse Operations Manager, you will manage on-site warehouse operations at the Speke facility and provide operational oversight of external contract warehouses. You will provide operational and people leadership to ensure warehouse systems and processes meet EHS, site business goals, and financial controls (SOX).

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage on-site warehouse operations at the Speke facility and provide operational oversight of external Contract Warehouses.
• Provide operational and people leadership to ensure warehouse systems and processes meet EHS, site business goals, and financial controls (SOX).
• Oversee inventory at the Speke site and offsite storage providers, working with finance to ensure SOX compliance.
• Maintain written standard operating procedures for all warehouse operations, including receiving, distribution, storage, and shipment of materials.
• Lead and develop the warehouse team, fostering a positive work environment, managing performance, and deputizing for the Supply Chain Director as required.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma / GED with equivalent level of experience (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in warehouse operations or logistics
• Strong leadership, team building, organizational and interpersonal skills; Strong analytical competency

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

• Self-starter, ability to work independently and with minimal direction
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and across multiple departments and organization levels.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and ascertain what problems and issues should be escalated to Senior Management.
• Ability to think strategically, to communicate well, build relationships, and foster teamwork.
• Analytical Skills: Highly analytical and strong advocate for process improvement.

Additional Information:

• Travel: ~5 %
• Location: Speke, UK

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!

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.