Carrie Hull

Basic Responsibilities:
As part of the Global Procurement Team, this role will be responsible for strategic sourcing and relatedactivities to Elanco’s manufacturing sites based in the Americas for all-direct services related to the siteoperations, manufacturing, HSE, analytical & global quality services. This position will be responsible forall critical materials used in manufacturing including process and lab consumables, HSE supplies/services,industrial gasses and other indirect materials not included in the finished product.
This role will report into the Global Director of Internal Manufacturing and will interact with stakeholdersacross the M&Q unit as well as other business units to provide an initiative-taking, engaged, value addingservice to support the needs of the business.
Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:
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Partner with the Elanco Procurement Global Category Leaders and drive productivity
through the sourcing and value capture process
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Develop key business partner relationships and understand Elanco’s business objectives
so a collaborative environment of change can be implemented. Act as a business partner,
change agent and coach collaborative manufacturing site leaders and stakeholder to fully
understand Elanco’s business needs and ensure buy-in and successful implementation of
Procurement solutions.
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Utilize spend data to develop a strategic sourcing portfolio that align with the global
category strategy
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Develop and maintain market knowledge for one or more spend areas, identify, and
implement best business practices that deliver value to the network internally to influence
change, lead local and global projects through the strategic sourcing process resulting in
negotiations and contracting with the selected
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This position may also interact with the Elanco external manufacturing group, Supply
Chain, TS/MS, Global Quality, Global HSE and Strategic Facilities Planning.
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The position will have responsibility in sourcing for several areas of within internal
manufacturing which include site related services including integrated facilities
management, HSE, analytical and quality services.
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The position requires a strong working knowledge of Animal Health manufacturing
processes and quality systems
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The role has primary responsibility for leading the sourcing process from strategy
development and supplier selection through contract negotiation and ongoing relationship
management with other functions supporting the Elanco manufacturing sites.

Recruit, hire, and supervise Summer Procurement Interns and participate in the Elanco Intern program.

• Source materials, goods and services for new and existing products/projects
• Build strong working relationships with vendors to meet the needs of the site, secure best pricing and negotiate services
• Work closely with Supply Chain to ensure materials are on site, correct in quantity/quality and arrive on time
• Escalate issues appropriately to upper management, prepare action plans, solutions and/or viable alternatives
• Run weekly MRP meetings to discuss scheduling/production changes with Operations, Supply Chain, TS/MS and Quality team members to determine strategic steps to accommodate the site needs
• Work closely with laboratory colleagues on material release, scheduling for testing and assist in sourcing outside lab services
• Facilitate Packaging Artwork sub-team, allowing all necessary contributors to discuss upcoming changes and how they may affect ordering and production, working closely with Regulatory and Supply Chain
• Assist in investigations for deviations, act as a liaison between the Quality team and vendors when deviations arise
• Continuously work to improve and understand the data in SAP and how it drives procurement for the site
• Assist vendors in invoice submittal through Ariba, investigate discrepancies and partner with P2P and the vendor to resolve

• Focus on Operational Excellence to identify and execute opportunities for improvement and efficiency
• Work with the Lean team to determine areas for improvement in operations by implementing the Plan, Do, Study, Adjust method of gathering, assessing and coaching in respect to the Lean Principles
• Provide support to management in creating & applying standard work, Huddle Boards, Obeya, Control Tower and Gemba walks
• Participate and own Lean diagnostics, deep dive and mini-transformations while encouraging a cultural mindset where Lean can continue to increase our level of Operational Excellence
• Build and develop relationships with peers, motivating others to participate in the Lean journey by speaking up, sharing ideas, and implementing those ideas within their departments

• GMP Library organization, filing, maintenance, and security
• Routing GMP, Regulatory and HSE documents in Regulus and EPIC systems
• Provide necessary assistance and planning in internal and external audits
• Support site buyer with MRP/MRO/P-card purchases
• Provide functional support as needed including training, success factors, maintenance document migration, etc
• Maintaining, handling and processing confidential information

• Coordinate daily routines and activities to meet the needs of the family, as well as school and extracurricular commitments
• Communicate with parents regarding behavior, schedules, and basic needs of children
• Remain flexible and available to accommodate changes in parents' schedules as well as children's health

• Create marketing materials such as brochures, signs and t-shirts, as well as maintain social media account to increase awareness
• File documents to relay accurate information to insurance company after filing a claim for fire or water damage to a home

• Develop age appropriate lesson plans to prepare children for kindergarten
• Build open and honest relationships with parents in order to allow the best learning environment for students
• Follow state regulations set forth for the safety and security of the students and staff

• Review case files for Workforce Commission program to ensure all requirements are met as outlined by the state of TX
• Meet with supervisors to discuss problematic instances within individual cases

• Data entry daily through specific database to ensure goals and requirements are met
• Conduct orientation meetings to provide unemployment information to participants

• Make independent and professional assessment of client's mental health needs and assist client in meeting identified goals
• Provide mental health intervention to alleviate symptoms when able, manage emotional distress experienced during crisis
• Build trusting relationships with clients as well as business relationships and strategic partnerships with external agencies in order to assist client in finding assistance where necessary

• Complete detailed report of activities and interactions in order to prepare for staff change
• Conduct room, common area, and personal searches to keep premises safe
• Prepare court ready documents as needed for criminal appearances