About the role
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
US Pet Health Veterinary Sales Representative - Asheville, NC
Note: This is a field-based territory role. This role will require you to reside in the territory.
As a Veterinary Sales Representative, you will be the face of Elanco in the Asheville, North Carolina territory, a region with significant opportunity for growth. You will own the strategy to build deep, authentic relationships with veterinary customers, getting past the gatekeepers to connect with everyone from the front desk to the lead veterinarian. This isn't just a sales role; it's a chance to take ownership and guide the future success of a territory, supported by a close-knit team that values collaboration and a shared dedication to success. You will play a vital part in our success during a historic launch period for Elanco, directly contributing to our mission of enriching the lives of pets and their families.
Your Responsibilities
Accomplish Sales & Business Objectives: Guide sales to meet/exceed goals by developing and executing a territory business plan, focusing on product placement and key account growth (both corporate and private).
Build Strong Customer Relationships: Establish and grow relationships with the entire veterinary hospital team—from veterinarians and practice managers to receptionists and kennel staff—by making daily calls, understanding their needs, and becoming a trusted advisor.
Guide Product & Market Strategy: Expertly launch new products, educate customers on the Elanco portfolio vs. competitors, and leverage data analytics to identify and capitalize on territory opportunities.
Collaborate & Influence: Provide guidance and direction to distributor representatives and act as a key liaison with local veterinary medical associations to align efforts and represent Elanco at key meetings.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree or High School Diploma/GED with an equivalent level of experience.
Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience in companion animal veterinary pharmaceutical sales, or equivalent experience in a fast-paced B2B selling environment.
Top Skills: A team-first mindset with a natural ability to build relationships and a dedication to succeed.
License & Authorization: Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record. Must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States without sponsorship.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)
Proven ability to influence without authority and motivate diverse audiences through strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated business acumen, strategic thinking, and decision-making ability, especially within ambiguous or uncertain situations.
Excellent planning and execution skills with a track record of successfully managing a sales territory.
In-depth knowledge of the companion animal market, including Elanco and competitive products.
Advanced degree in business (e.g., MBA).
Additional Information
Travel: 25-50% annually, primarily for district and national meetings.
Location: US Remote - This is a field-based role covering the Asheville, NC territory. The ideal candidate must reside within the territory or be willing to relocate.
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 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
Elanco currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from $84,500 to $130,000 depending partly on the successful candidate's qualifications, including education and experience. Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending partly on company and individual performance). Additionally, Elanco offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees that includes a company-matching 401(k); vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities). Of course, the compensation is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Elanco reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion, and Elanco's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Elanco employees. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
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
Elanco may use automated tools, including AI, to support parts of our recruitment process, such as reviewing applications against job‑related criteria and/or transferrable skills. These tools help ensure a consistent, structured evaluation, but they do not make hiring decisions. All decisions involve a human reviewer. For more information on how we handle personal data, please see our Elanco Workforce Privacy Notice.
