Deputy Director Manufacturing Operations

Job Title: Deputy Director Manufacturing OperationsLocation: Pearl River, NYAbout the Job Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster.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 lives. Main ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementEnsure all areas and employees are safe at all timesDirectly manage manufacturing teams supporting upstream and downstream Flublok drug substance operationsFoster a high-performance culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvementProvide coaching, mentorship, and professional development to team members at all levelsEffectively manage conflict within and across teams to maintain a productive and respectful work environmentDrive a strong sense of urgency in day-to-day operations while maintaining quality and compliance standardsManufacturing Readiness & OperationsEnsure manufacturing areas are consistently ready for scheduled production activitiesOversee upstream and downstream manufacturing processes, including cell culture, protein production, clarification, purification, and related unit operationsMonitor and manage production schedules to meet output targets while maintaining compliance with all applicable standardsEnsure all equipment, materials, documentation, and personnel are in a state of readiness prior to manufacturing executionQuality, Compliance & Continuous ImprovementEnsure all manufacturing activities are conducted in strict accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and GDP (Good Documentation Practice) requirementsLead and support deviation investigations, applying structured root cause analysis (RCA) methodologies to identify, document, and resolve manufacturing deviationsChampion Lean manufacturing principles and defect identification practices to eliminate waste and drive process efficiencyImplement and sustain performance management routines, including +QDCI (Quality, Delivery, Cost, Involvement) metrics and visual management toolsPartner with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to support inspections, audits, and regulatory submissions as neededStrategic & Cross-Functional CollaborationCollaborate with Process Development, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to support technology transfers, process improvements, and capacity planningRepresent manufacturing in cross-functional forums and contribute to site-level strategic initiativesIdentify and escalate risks to manufacturing readiness, supply continuity, or compliance in a timely mannerSupport the development and management of departmental budgets and resource planningAbout YouBasic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in engineering, Science, Life Sciences, Business, or any related field.5 -7 years of experience in pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing.5+ years of progressive, hands-on leadership experience in a GMP manufacturing environment, with an expectation to interact with and solve problems at the shop floor level.Strong working knowledge of GMP and GDP regulations and their application in a manufacturing environmentProven expertise in Lean manufacturing methodologies (5s, Gemba Problem Solving, Daily Capacity Management) and defect identification/reduction.Demonstrated ability to perform thorough root cause analysis on manufacturing deviations and implement effective corrective actions.Experience with performance management routines, including +QDCI or equivalent operational excellence frameworks.Strong conflict management skills with the ability to navigate interpersonal and team dynamics effectively.Demonstrated sense of urgency and ability to prioritize and respond decisively in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentExcellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skillsUnderstanding of cell growth and propagation principles as they apply to biopharmaceutical drug substance manufacturingPreferred QualificationsAdvanced degree (MS, MBA) in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business Administration or related technical field.Hands-on experience with one or more of the following technologies:Single Use SystemsChromatographyTangential Flow FiltrationStainless Steel Systems (Fermenters and Bioreactors)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.Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scaleTransform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are