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Elanco · 2 months ago

Senior Director - MQ Learning & Development

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

Elanco is a global leader in animal health, dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services for animals. The Senior Director of MQ Learning & Development will define and lead the global learning strategy for Manufacturing & Quality, ensuring all employees are equipped for operational excellence.

ManufacturingPetSupply Chain Management

Responsibilities

Shape and execute a global MQ learning strategy that drives workforce readiness, compliance, and business performance. Lead the transformation of site-level training programs into a harmonized, global framework that balances regulatory rigor with practical, learner-focused design. Ensure alignment between technical training, onboarding, leadership readiness, and continuous capability development

Drive modernization of the MQ learning ecosystem by leveraging digital platforms, data analytics, and emerging technologies such as AI, VR/AR, and adaptive learning. Implement digital delivery solutions that enhance accessibility, efficiency, and engagement, creating an integrated experience that supports scalable, compliant learning across all sites

Oversee design and delivery of impactful, compliant learning programs across multiple modalities (live, virtual, blended, and on-demand). Apply adult learning, behavioral science, and universal design principles to develop training that strengthens technical competencies, reinforces leadership behaviors, and meets evolving regulatory standards

Establish and lead a robust performance measurement framework for learning outcomes, defining metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to assess program effectiveness and ROI. Use data-driven insights to influence decision-making, continuously refine strategy, and ensure alignment with Elanco’s operational excellence and site performance goals

Build strong partnerships and foster collaboration with Global L&D, manufacturing site leaders, and senior business stakeholders. Serve as a trusted advisor in governance forums to ensure learning priorities align with enterprise transformation objectives. Champion an inclusive, innovative, and high-performing learning culture that enables both people and process excellence

Qualification

Strategic learning leadershipDigital innovationLearning program developmentSix Sigma certificationAI-enabled learning platformsPerformance measurementLeadership developmentCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Education, Instructional Design, Life Sciences, Business, or related field

A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a highly regulated manufacturing organization, leading learning and development or operational excellence, including at least 4 years of direct management experience

Strategic enterprise learning and development leadership in highly regulated manufacturing and digital innovation (AI, analytics, LMS, and modern learning design)