Manufacturing Inventory Specialist - SAP

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Your Role: Manufacturing Inventory Specialist (SAP)

As the Manufacturing Inventory Specialist (SAP), you’ll support the manufacturing organization with subject matter expertise in SAP and material movement transactions. In this role you’ll lead the physical and electronic inventory transactions for the operations team through execution, review, and mentorship. You’ll be responsible for compliant, accurate, and timely postings to ensure the operations team is setup for success.

Your Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee operations related SAP transactions for electronic material movement
• Lead physical material staging for processes
• Perform batch review and transaction/consumption review
• Participate in inventory processes, cycle counts, and warehouse management processes related to operations
• Support operations, uphold strong safety and quality culture.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):

• Education: High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Experience: 3 years GMP experience with experience in SAP and WM transactions
• Top 2 Skills: Strong SAP and inventory transaction expertise to ensure accurate material movements and system integrity, combined with a solid understanding of GMP-controlled inventory processes to support compliant and efficient manufacturing operations.

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

• Document drafting and reviewing capability
• Proficiency in SAP modules (EAM, WM, Planning)
• Understanding of process and equipment flows in mAB production

Additional Information:

• Travel: occasional <10%
• Location: Elwood, KS
• The Elwood manufacturing facility is a 24/7/365 operation. This role has standard business hours and can anticipate occasional off-hour support needs.  

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
• 8-week parental leave
• 9 Employee Resource Groups
• Annual bonus offering
• Flexible work arrangements
• Up to 6% 401K matching

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