Job title: Head of Project Management Services, Hyderabad

• Location: Hyderabad

• Job type: Permanent, Full time

About the job:

Our Team:

Sanofi is a global life sciences company committed to improving access to healthcare and supporting the people we serve throughout the continuum of care. From prevention to treatment, Sanofi transforms

scientific innovation into healthcare solutions, in human vaccines, rare diseases, multiple sclerosis, oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, diabetes and cardiovascular solutions.

As a company with a global vision of drug development and a highly regarded corporate culture, Sanofi is recognized as one of the best pharmaceutical companies in the world and is pioneering the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with strong commitment to develop advanced data standards to increase

reusability & interoperability and thus accelerate impact on global health.

The Global M&S Services acts as a cornerstone to this effort. Our team is responsible for delivering and supporting M&S teams by acting as a crucial link between our R&D and Manufacturing facilities, playing avital role in securing the present portfolio and delivering future launches of high-quality and innovative

drugs and vaccines. The team members of the global M&S Services Hub will act as partners in carrying out tasks and fulfilling responsibilities to support global manufacturing sciences, analytics, and technology activities with a focus on global project management. Significant experience in development of medical devices, drug device combination products and/or primary containers, and creation of Design Control documentation is necessary.

Main responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the global portfolio and project management activities, ensuring alignment with global strategies and objectives.

• Oversee the Manufacturing Science Analytics and Technologies and Global Device and Packaging Unit project management support teams, supervised by team managers.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the global portfolio and project management hub, focusing on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

• Align activities with global policies, PPM standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure that teams meet or exceed targets.

• Drive SMS 2.0 implementation into portfolio and project management.

• Ensure that all global portfolio and project management comply with established internal quality standards defined by the global M&S team and external regulatory requirements.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and teamwork within the global hub.

• Act as the primary interface between the global hub and business operations, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.

• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth portfolio and project management processes.

• Manage global resources effectively, ensuring that teams have the necessary tools, training, and support to perform their roles and identify and address resource gaps to optimize team performance.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the global hub, leveraging feedback and best practices to enhance processes and outcomes.

• Stay updated on industry trends to ensure the hub's activities remain compliant and cutting-edge.

About you:

Experience:
• Senior professional experience in portfolio and project management.
• Proven multinational leadership track record.

Soft Skills:
• Proven track of excellent leadership skills.
• Strong communication skills, effective in a complex, global organization.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Agile thinker and learner, adaptable to dynamic environments.

Technical skills:
• Excellent understanding of project management principles and methodologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong technical aptitude and analytical thinking.
• Ability to anticipate risks and guide teams to strategic solutions.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, ERP systems).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Strong software and computer skills.

Education:

• Master’s degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Advanced degree in engineering or scientific discipline preferred.

• Project management certification (PMI/PMP)

Languages:

• Excellent English communication skills, written and spoken.

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 and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

• Be part of an international collaborative team

• Work for several sites and varied departments

• Be involved in crucial statistical activities for the company like in the regulatory dossiers

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

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. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s 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, or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com!

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!