Vx RD Global Head Project Management

Job title: Vx RD Global Head Project ManagementLocation: Swiftwater, PA, Waltham, MA, Washington DCAbout the Job To support sustainable growth, Sanofi Vaccine’s ambition is to build and deliver an innovative first and/or best in class New Vaccine portfolio. This ambition is coupled with the necessity to continuously look at optimizing our operating model to accelerate our portfolio delivery to bring transformative vaccines faster to our patients. This implies to continuously rethink our ways of working, optimizing our interfaces and collaboration to ensure agile and optimal operating model.Our specific mission in Vaccine RD Transversal Operations team is to provide optimized support and services to Vaccine RD functions.The Head of Vaccine Global Project Management leads New Vaccines R&D project management function, translating corporate strategy into executable project plans while ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, and delivery of complex vaccine development programs.You will be responsible for establishing best-in-class project management standards, governance frameworks, and AI/Digital-enabled practices across the portfolio — with the ultimate goal of delivering vaccines at optimal time-to-market, within budget, and in full alignment with Sanofi's strategic objectives.You will lead a team of 20+, with 4 direct reports:Head of France Project ManagementHead of North America & International Project ManagementRisk & Compliance ManagerAdministrative SupportJoin 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 ResponsibilitiesSet the strategic direction for Vaccines R&D project management by establishing best-in-class standards, governance frameworks, and AI/Digital-enabled practices across the portfolioDrive portfolio execution by overseeing end-to-end delivery against scope, schedule, cost, and quality baselines — monitoring pipeline health and ensuring timely escalation and corrective actionLead risk management and compliance across all New Vaccine projects, ensuring proactive risk identification, robust lessons learned processes, and readiness for internal auditsEnable effective governance through transparent Stage Gate processes, acting as TARC Secretary and key liaison between Vaccine R&D and Corporate Portfolio ManagementInspire and develop talent by leading a global team of 15+ project managers, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and digital innovationOversee financial and resource planning, providing strategic input to resources and cost forecasts as well as ensuring alignment across R&D, Franchise, and Manufacturing & SupplyDimensions / ScopeStrategic Visibility: Direct interface with Vaccines R&D Leadership Team Corporate Portfolio Management, and external funding entities (BARDA and others)Global Impact: Lead an international team across multiple R&D sites (4 direct reports, total of 15+ Project Managers, Functional lead for Project planning Managers in Budapest)Innovation at the Forefront: Drive the integration of AI and digital tools into the future of project management for Vaccine RD project ManagementLeadership Platform: Build and develop the next generation of project management talent within Sanofi's Vaccines organizationAbout YouEducationBachelor's Degree required; master's or PhD in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering, or equivalent preferredProfessional certification: PMP, Agile, or equivalent preferred10 years of related experience in pharmaceutical R&D project/program management required3 years of people leadership experience requiredKnowledge & Technical ExpertiseDeep knowledge of the end-to-end vaccine/pharma development value chain (Research → Clinical → Industrialization → Registration → Launch)Proven leadership in complex, global, matrixed environmentsExpertise in PM methodologies: PMBOK, Hybrid, Agile preferredProven expertise in Risk ManagementBusiness acumen and financial management in high-investment pharmaceutical contextsExperience in digital planning tool or AI/digital solution rolloutKey Skills & AbilitiesStrategic & Tactical Thinking — Translates strategy into execution frameworksPeople Leadership — Mobilizes global teams and inspires actionInfluence & Stakeholder Management — Communicates effectively at operational and executive levelsChange Management — Guides teams through transformation with confidenceDecision-Making & Prioritization — Acts with clarity under pressureCoaching & Development — Builds capability through structured supportCross-Functional Agility — Operates effectively in multicultural, worldwide matrix environmentsDigital/AI Mindset — Anticipates and drives innovation in project managementUp to 20% domestic and international travel requiredLanguagesEnglish fluent (required); French fluent (preferred)Why Choose UsBring 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 leaveBe 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.Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are