CMC Demand & Supply Leader

Job Title: CMC Demand & Supply Leader

Location: Framingham, MA

About the Job

Within CMC function, in the Global CMC Project Management department, the ambition is to expand a strong End to End R&D Supply Demand integrating Demand Forecast & Planning of Supplies, supporting Projects Development and Operations through the entire value chain (from R&D to LCM). With the aim of developing a Demand & Supply Center of Excellence, the mission of the Demand & Supply Leader is to integrate Project Strategy, Clinical and CMC Operational plans for an early definition and optimization of E2E Demand & Supply plan while considering cost & risk to support execution of Projects in respect to Regulatory and Quality requirements.

This role offers the opportunity to join a dynamic and skilled team at a pivotal time as we strengthen our in-house expertise, accelerate digital transformation initiatives, and build sustainable internal capabilities to support an increasing portfolio of innovative projects across multiple therapeutic areas.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

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

• Lead collaborative work with Global project Management, Clinical Development and CMC to define clinical assumptions and CMC hypothesis to forecast Clinical Demand.

• Forecast Long Range Plan Demand based on assumptions worked with interfaces.

• Consolidate non-clinical & clinical demand and propagate to M&S Global Supply Chain.

• Integrate all Development Demand and align with operational plans (CMC, CSO, TMED, DMPK, PCS) and Regulator submission/approval plans.

• Run forecast & alignment scenario with associated risks and costs to support strategic project decisions and budget definition.

• Co-lead Demand & Supply Sub Team and ensure End to End supply optimization with the contribution of key stakeholders.

• Accountable for defining the best sourcing and supply strategy for marketed products/comparators, including forecast and budget.

• Lead the definition of drug products blinding strategy to ensure clinical trial products indistinguishability.

• Ensure DS/DP batches allocation to IMP batches and on time products delivery to packaging sites and oversee associated Material Flow & Documentation management.

• Provide reporting/KPIs to monitor & improve Supply performance

• Contribute to project documents & meetings preparation by providing standard Demand & Supply Reports (e.g. IDCC/DWG/ORC, IDP, Operational plan, Supply agreement).

• Can support transversal initiatives contributing to simplification & harmonization.

About You

Basic Qualifications

Education

• PhD in Sciences (Neurosciences, Microbiology, Immuno-inflammation, Gene Therapy, Rare Diseases, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics), Pharmacist, or Engineer in Health Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or Biomedical Engineering

• OR Master of Science (MS) degree in any of the above fields

• OR Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in any of the above fields

• Related scientific or life sciences disciplines will be considered

Experience

• PhD holders: Minimum 3 years in Research and Development or Clinical Development.

• Master's holders: Minimum 5 years in Research and Development or Clinical Development.

• Bachelor's holders: Minimum 8 years in Research and Development or Clinical Development.

• Minimum 2 years in Demand Management in Research and Development in the domain of Oncology, Immuno-inflammation, Rare Disease, Neurology, or Multiple Sclerosis (included within total years of experience, not additional)

• CMC experience.

• Ability to navigate complex and regulated environments (GMP and GCP regulations)

• Knowledge of data analytics and forecasting

• Project Management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the development of diverse modalities (Mammalian, Genomic, Microbial, Synthetics)

• Excellent knowledge of Projects Development, Clinical & Preclinical Development, Clinical Supply Chain, CMC, R&D and M&S interfaces

• PMI certification

• Experience in Power BI/Power App and project management software

• Experience in management of co-development projects, companies' integration and contracts management

• Knowledge of Industrial Supply Chain principles

• Strong interpersonal/networking skills, team-work and transversal collaboration

• Ability to understand complex processes quickly and act as referent for the department

• Strong ability to work under pressure and address complex situations

• Team management experience is a plus

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 a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.

• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.

• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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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.