Sanofi · 1 day ago
Global Project Manager
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$148K/yr - $214K/yr
10+ years expSanofi is an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives. They are seeking a Research Global Project Manager to lead and facilitate Global Project Teams, ensuring alignment and managing project strategy from Research to pre-clinical Development.
BiotechnologyHealthcarePharmaceuticalLife ScienceHealth CareTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Contribute to the definition project strategy and lead its translation into a realistic, robust and ambitious plan
Drive the execution of the functional operational plan across functions in terms of timeline, resources, budget and quality
Lead the risk management process encompassing proactive risk identification, quantification (probability and impact), risk strategy definition and mitigation plans including alternative and back-up strategies
Foster appropriate communication in close collaboration with all stakeholders, functions and platforms as needed. This includes project vision, reports and timely alerts
Lead all relevant project documentation such as governance presentations, Blueprints, budget proposals and centralized project dashboards in partnership with units and platforms and other planning actors
Lead and facilitate decision making within the team environment and drive project stage gate reviews through governance committees
Co-lead and motivate the team to be high performers
Drive digital innovation and be an AI-forward champion with a digital-first mindset to proactively implement cutting-edge AI and digital tools to revolutionize project management practices and to enhance operational efficiency
Qualification
Required
Experience in drug discovery field and good understanding of current pharmaceutical and drug development processes
Strong collaboration, interpersonal communication, stakeholder management and influence skills to partners across the organization to positively impact business results
Master communication tools and all channels of communication (from face to face, writing to remote video) and strategize communication methods
Strategic and critical thinking to propose strategies and challenge the status quo
Natural motivator who fosters collaboration and drives results including adaptable mindset with enthusiasm for implementing new tools and approaches
Solid project management and planning skills: Planning, Resources & Costs
Good knowledge of a planning tool (Planisware preferred)
Strong risk management and problem-solving skills including project termination when necessary
Proven ability to manage and operationally lead complex, matrixed drug discovery and development projects through governance processes
Change management and strategic planning skills
"All-in" on AI: Digital-native mindset with passion for pioneering the integration of AI-powered tools and automation into every aspect of project management (digital fluency)
Master's or PhD in Science, and 10+ years experience in biotech/pharma industry
5+ years industry experience managing or leading R&D projects
Fluent in English (verbal and written communication)
Preferred
Sound understanding of the immune inflammation therapeutic area would be beneficial
Business education and/or qualifications such as MBA or professional project management qualification such as PMP® would be of additional benefit
Benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Company
Sanofi
Sanofi is a global biopharma company focused on prescription drugs, vaccines, and treatments for chronic, rare, and infectious diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.98BKey Investors
Blackstone Life SciencesEvotec
2025-10-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.72B
2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.62B
Leadership Team
Paul Hudson
Chief Executive Officer
Francois-Xavier Roger
Chief Financial Officer
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