Elanco

Customer Development Specialist

Elanco
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $33 - $45 per hourWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in driving sales within the animal health industry, utilizing Customer Value Selling (CVS) and digital marketing strategies to enhance customer engagement and achieve sales targets. Possesses in-depth knowledge of Elanco's product portfolio and the Companion Animal market to effectively manage relationships and execute business plans.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Customer Value Selling (CVS) AptitudeInside Sales ExperienceVeeva CRM ProficiencyCompanion Animal Market KnowledgeStrong Communication Skills

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Drive sales of Elanco products within an assigned geography
  • Utilize the CVS selling model, territory management, and digital marketing to create an exceptional customer experience while maximizing sales performance
  • Develop and manage long-term relationships with key veterinary practices to uncover needs and generate recommendations to achieve sales targets
  • Partner with assigned sales districts to create business plans, nurture leads, and execute strategies in targeted accounts for optimal sales growth
  • Leverage a multi-channel approach to remotely engage specific customers with customized content and offers via Veeva CRM
  • Maintain in-depth technical knowledge of Elanco’s product portfolio to effectively lead new product launches and brand initiatives
  • Execute all sales objectives and key sales metrics to ensure territory success and customer satisfaction

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate degree or High School Diploma / GED with equivalent level of experience
  • Previous experience in inside sales or the animal health industry
  • Customer Value Selling (CVS) aptitude
  • Proficiency in digital tools including CRM (Salesforce/Veeva) and MS Teams
  • Must live in Central States (Central Illinois, Indiana) to be eligible
  • 5–10% travel
  • Preferred: Undergraduate degree (BS/BA) or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) certification
  • Preferred: Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
  • Preferred: Ability to identify and solve customer issues strategically through Elanco organizational capabilities
  • Preferred: In-depth knowledge of the Companion Animal market, customers, and products
  • Preferred: Proven track record of delivering creative customer solutions

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Vacation benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
  • Healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance and death benefits
  • Time off and leave of absence benefits
  • Employee assistance program
  • Fitness benefits
  • Employee clubs and activities

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Hard Skills
Sales Performance ManagementTerritory ManagementDigital MarketingCustomer Relationship Management (CRM)Product Launch Execution
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsProblem-Solving Skills
Tools & Technologies
Veeva CRMSalesforceMS Teams
Certifications & Qualifications
Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Industry Keywords
Animal Health IndustryCompanion Animal MarketCustomer SolutionsSales MetricsCustomer Satisfaction