Strategic Partnership Manager Vaccines - all genders - fixed-term for 2 yea at Sanofi Aventis US LLC

Berlin, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Partnership Management, Stakeholder Management, Network Engagement, Partnership Concept Design, Project Management, Crossfunctional Team Leadership, Strategic Alignment, Negotiation, Analytical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Communication, Presentation, Contracting, Risk Assessment, Budget Management, Agility

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Job title: Strategic Partnership Manager - all genders - fixed-term for 2 years Location: Berlin BU: Vaccines About the job As Strategic Partnership Manager you position Sanofi as a thought-leader and Public health partner for step-changing the vaccination rate in Germany. Ready to get started? The Strategic Partnership Manager is responsible for the identification, evaluation and development of innovative strategic partnerships in the German healthcare sector to improve the vaccination infrastructure in Germany. The role combines advanced x-sectoral network engagement, partnership concept design and operational partnership management. 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: Building New Partnerships & Ecosystems: Continuously monitor healthcare industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative business models to identify external opportunities with the potential to step-change Vaccination Rate (VCR). Identify, assess, and secure strategic partners aligned with our value creation priorities, strategic fit, and cultural compatibility. Co-design compelling, win-win partnership concepts, success metrics, and governance frameworks to ensure sustainable, mutual value delivery. Represent Sanofi at key industry forums and networking events to enhance visibility and strengthen our position as a preferred partner for VCR initiatives. Manage internal and external stakeholders by ensuring strong strategic alignment, effective communication, and transparent decisionmaking across the partnership lifecycle. Own the end-to-End implementation of Partnerships: Lead crossfunctional project teams and oversee the partner relationship from initiation through execution and value delivery. Define clear project objectives, scope, deliverables, and measurable KPIs to ensure accountability and track progress. Drive the strategic agenda by challenging assumptions, making timely decisions, and ensuring forward momentum. Continuously refine the project approach as new insights emerge, ensuring agility and optimal outcomes. Consolidate key learnings and insights, propose next steps, and provide actionable recommendations for scaling or adapting initiatives. Identify synergies across GBUs and key markets, and systematically share learnings to strengthen organizational capability. Operational Project Coordination: Streamline and continuously improve the partner onboarding process to deliver a best-in-class partnership experience. Ensure timely and compliant onboarding of new partners, incl. contracting, purchase orders, risk assessments, pharmacovigilance requirements, and other compliance steps. Manage project budgets within scope, ensuring financial discipline and transparency. Maintain accurate and accessible project documentation on SharePoint and other relevant systems. About you You are a strategic thinker and relationship builder with a passion for improving public health outcomes. You thrive in complex, cross-functional environments and have a proven ability to identify, design, and deliver innovative partnerships that create measurable impact. You combine entrepreneurial drive with operational rigor and are energized by the opportunity to position Sanofi as a thought leader in advancing vaccination rates in Germany. Education and professional experience: Master's degree in Life Science, Business Administration, HealthTech or comparable field Several years of professional experience in Strategy & Transformation, Strategic Marketing or comparable roles in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry or in HealthTech Startups Proven experience leading crossfunctional teams and managing complex, multistakeholder initiatives. Established network in the German Healthcare Innovation ecosystem is a plus Soft skills: Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, communication skills. Ability to navigate complex organizational structures and influence without direct authority Strong understanding of pharmaceutical / Vaccines value chain, innovation ecosystems, and emerging healthcare technologies Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills Excellent presentation and communication skills Languages: Fluent English and German skills (written and verbal) 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. Be part of a company that believes in the future with significant investment annually in manufacturing innovation. Help create sustainable vaccine solutions, from reducing carbon emissions in production to increasing global access to life-saving immunizations. Gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art digital and AI-powered manufacturing facilities, where you can be part of industry-leading advancements. Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice. #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! 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 Strategic Partnership Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing innovative strategic partnerships within the German healthcare sector to enhance the vaccination infrastructure and rate. This involves building new partnerships, owning the end-to-end implementation of these initiatives, and ensuring operational project coordination including compliance and budget management.