Manufacturing and Supply
Where the
miracles of
science are made
a reality for patients

R2840509 Senior Project Leader
Location: Toronto, ON

About the Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.

Senior Project Leader (PL) in Manufacturing Sciences, Analytics and Technology (MSAT) is in charge of delivering projects on time and on budget, in accordance to Sanofi Project & Program Management principles. The Senior PL role has in scope a broad range of activities, from business case development to securing funding, planning, execution, regulatory submissions, and closure. Additionally, the role involves coaching and mentoring junior project leads, driving cross-functional project teams and potential management of direct reports (e.g. managers, consultants, co-ops). Projects in scope include new technology implementation, process improvements, integration of new facilities (e.g. B100, B200) with existing manufacturing areas and technology transfers (inter/intra-site).

About Sanofi:
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Based on expertise acquired during 3-5 years in a PL or similar transversal role, the Senior PL will lead complex projects or have oversight over multiple related projects

• Contribute to development of more junior PLs in the platform by coaching, mentoring and assessing their performance on a continuous basis (direct report, as applicable)

• Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions and process technologies. Create strategy plans for validation, qualification, performance, testing and ensures timely completion of project deliverables. 

• Support and lead activities to successfully implement vaccine process improvements and technology transfers (intra- and inter-sites) projects, while ensuring business continuity for commercial manufacturing.

• Develop subject matter expertise in areas of focus throughout project lifecycle

• Ensure alignment with scope, cost and schedule relative to their area of responsibility.

• Lead project teams, working groups, interact with cross functional teams: Production, Quality operation, Technical Services, Regulatory Affairs, R&D or other local or global functions, as needed, to support process improvements, new process/technology implementation, validation and regulatory submissions.

• Develop and manage project plans, project execution, risks and mitigation. Identify opportunities for improving process efficiency, productivity, and throughput and reducing waste and costs.   

• Implement good project management practices and an end-to-end mindset, in alignment with Sanofi Project & Program Management practices. Manage and/or contribute to project strategy, budget, planning and reporting.

• Contribute to maintaining the level of compliance with all cGMP regulatory standards and comply with all Sanofi procedures and policies related to Quality, Health, Safety and Environment.

The major challenges include:

• Interfacing with multiple functions, including Industrial Operations, Manufacturing Sciences, Analytics and Technology (MSAT), Project Management Office (PMO), Engineering, Technical Services, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Global functions

• Fast paced environment, linked local and global projects and competing priorities (e.g. coordination of project and manufacturing activities/resources)

• Complex technical and scientific environment (Biology, Biotechnology Engineering, Chemistry, Testing, Data analysis)

• Assist with complex regulatory submissions (Regulatory Submission Review)

Scope and dimensions

• Breadth of responsibility: site or global

• 1-20 MCAD Opex (average range), variable Capex (depending on project scope)

• Provide guidance on a routine basis to project team members (managers, technologists, co-op students, consultants) and potentially to direct reports (as required)

• Lead diverse, cross-functional project teams

• Make strategic and critical decisions to deliver project within timeline and budget

• Global travel may be required

About You

• BSc (Science/Engineering) with 3 years of experience is Preferred or MSc (Science/Engineering) with 2 years related experience is preferred

• Candidates should demonstrate scientific knowledge and technical writing ability and possess a familiarity with regulatory requirements.

• Project leadership (PL) or management (PMP) experience and/or qualifications are preferred.

• Successful applicants should have the ability to work in a team environment and have demonstrated strong organization, verbal and written communication skills together with innovative thinking and a customer focused mindset.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs

This position is for a current vacant role that is now open for applications.

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal,  Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Applications received after the official close date will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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