Senior Project Leader at Sanofi Aventis US LLC

Toronto, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

121000.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Leadership, Technical Solutions, Process Improvements, Regulatory Submissions, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Project Management, Risk Management, Budget Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Scientific Knowledge, Technical Writing, Communication Skills, Innovative Thinking, Customer Focused Mindset

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Reference No. R2822543 Position Title: Senior Project Leader Department: Formulation Excellence Project Location: Toronto, Canada About the Job We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. 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). We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started? 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. 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 Pasteur 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)/Portfolio Management, 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 Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a Scientific discipline or Engineering (but will consider all degrees) plus a minimum of 5 years of related experience OR MSc (preferred, but not required) plus 4 years of related experience. Candidates should demonstrate scientific knowledge, technical writing ability and possess a familiarity with Regulatory requirements. 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. Preferred: Master's degree. Project Leadership (PL) or Project Management Professional (PMP) experience and/or qualification or certification is strongly preferred. 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 we are actively hiring for. 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. #GD-SP #LI-SP #LI-Onsite Pursue progress, discover extraordinary Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com! North America Applicants Only The salary range for this position is: $83,800.00 - $121,000.00 All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK. La fourchette salariale pour ce poste est la suivante: $83,800.00 - $121,000.00 Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociau de l'enterprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sont disponibles via le lien. Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live. All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Leader will lead complex projects and oversee multiple related projects, ensuring timely completion of deliverables. They will also coach and mentor junior project leads while driving cross-functional project teams.