Inventory Analyst - Supply Chain

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: Supply Chain Inventory Analyst - EMEA

As the Supply Chain Inventory Analyst for EMEA, you will be part of the Supply Chain team to deliver superior customer value and enable the organization to deliver improving business results. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring correct and compliant inventory management, thereby enabling excellent customer service.

Your Responsibilities:

• Run inventory discrepancy reports for EMEA Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) on a regular basis, identifying differences between Elanco SAP and LSP systems.
• Work with each LSP and all related functions in EMEA (O2C, Quality, Finance, Affiliate Supply Chain, IT, etc.) to investigate, analyze, and resolve inventory differences by executing and leading changes in LSP and/or Elanco systems, leading weekly call mechanisms to connect with all functions.
• Identify underlying root causes for differences and drive corrective actions, identifying opportunities for process improvement and improvements on data accuracy.
• Initiate preventive actions based on current data analysis to drive continuous improvement and achieve process excellence via Root Cause Analysis.
• Create regular reports on inventory discrepancy status, summarize, and escalate issues to higher management on a monthly basis.
• Coordinate and own SOX controls for Inventory Management activities and make sure all controls are submitted on time and with 100% accuracy with related documentation.
• Perform inventory reconciliation (each monthly / quarter end for respective affiliate - LSP).
• Manage sensitive moving usage and MIGO transactions.
• Coordinate regular scrapping activities across affiliates from a system perspective.
• Perform daily iDoc monitoring to resolve and track iDocs related to Inventory Management.
• Liaise closely and build networks with ESC / Distribution / iDoc Analyst to support troubleshooting of IM and iDoc related issues.
• Work closely with the Distribution Coordinator for Cycle Counts or year-end counts for all EMEA affiliate plants / LSPs to do necessary adjustments in the system and keep needed documentation and support.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent level of experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or Logistics operations.
• Strong proficiency in SAP (specifically inventory management modules) and data analysis skills.

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

• Experience working with Logistics Service Providers (LSPs) across the EMEA region.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls regarding inventory.
• Experience with iDoc monitoring and error resolution.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a background in Root Cause Analysis.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, international environment.

Additional Information:

• Location: Elanco Solution Center Sp.z o.o., rondo Ignacego Daszyńskiego 2b, Warszawa, Poland - Hybrid Work Environment

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:

• Career at one of the leading global animal healthcare companies

• Office located in the center of Warsaw (Rondo Daszynskiego)

• Extra days off

• Flexible working hours

• Sports cards (Multisport), private medical care, life insurance

• Employee Referral Program

• Open and inclusive environment which is supportive and welcoming of all diversity strands

• Animal-Friendly office

• Theatre tickets discounts

• Language learning platform

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