Head of Project Management

Job Title: MSAT Project Manager

Location: Swiftwater, PA

About the Job
Sanofi Global MSAT (Manufacturing Sciences, Analytics, and Technology) connects R&D and Manufacturing facilities, ensuring high-quality drug and vaccine launches. The Business Operations & Portfolio Management (BOPM) department supports MSAT performance and strategy, maximizing value through timely project delivery, portfolio selection, KPI alignment, process improvement, and partnership management.

As a Project Manager in MSAT BOPM, you will lead complex, high-impact initiatives across multiple products and phases with significant organizational visibility. You will plan, execute, and close projects independently, mentor junior PMs, and influence senior stakeholders.

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers life‑changing treatments faster and more efficiently.

Major Responsibilities

End-to-End Project Delivery: Own the full project lifecycle for complex initiatives such as new product launches, technology transfers, and life‑cycle programs. Ensure timely delivery, optimal resource use, and adherence to strategic goals.

Product Program Management: Contribute to product program strategy and evaluate new projects within assigned clusters, aligning with commercial priorities.

Strategic Partnerships: Build and maintain relationships with product leaders and business units to align project execution with organizational priorities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Lead collaboration across MSAT Platforms, R&D, Finance, and other stakeholders, influencing senior decision‑makers and presenting at executive forums.

Technical Project Planning & Execution: Create independent project plans, identify critical paths, monitor performance, and adjust plans as necessary.

PM Standards & Best Practices: Implement rigorous PM standards, including project charters, gate reviews, and governance meetings, and facilitate effective meeting agendas.

Risk & Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks, develop contingency strategies, and transform challenges into learning opportunities.

Budget & Financial Management: Oversee project budgets, apply Earned Value Management, and develop business cases with NPV, IRR, and risk‑adjusted analysis.

Performance Tracking & Stakeholder Communication: Maintain advanced performance metrics, conduct root‑cause analysis, and deliver strategic insights to leadership.

Continuous Improvement & Mentorship: Champion PM best practices, mentor junior PMs, and lead initiatives to enhance organizational PM capability.

About You

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Sciences, Life Sciences, Business, Engineering, Pharmacy, Mathematics, or related technical field.

8+ years of experience in project management, manufacturing operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement.

Proven ability to lead complex, multi‑phase projects with organizational visibility.

Experience managing projects across both drug substance and product, across multiple business units.

Advanced proficiency with PM tools such as MS Project, Planisware, or SAP.

Experience applying Earned Value Management.

Ability to develop and present business cases with NPV, IRR, and risk‑adjusted analysis.

Experience mentoring junior PM professionals.

Pharmaceutical/biotech background with regulatory, quality, and commercial knowledge.

Preferred Qualifications:

PMP certification preferred; PgMP or PMI‑RMP are pluses.

Strong strategic leadership and autonomy, with minimal supervision.

Advanced communication and influence skills, including executive‑level presentations.

Sophisticated problem‑solving and risk analysis capabilities.

Business and strategic acumen with deep regulatory and market insight.

Collaboration across complex organizational landscapes.

Advanced proficiency in MS Office and enterprise PM software.

Expertise in GMP, validation, and quality compliance.

Deep knowledge of drug substance and product processes.

Proficiency in financial modeling tools (NPV, IRR, EVM).

Fluency in English; French or German is an asset.

Why Choose Us?

Supportive, future‑focused team focused on scientific innovation.

Endless growth opportunities with promotions, lateral moves, and global mobility.

Competitive rewards package that recognizes impact.

Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, including intensive programs and gender‑neutral parental leave.

Opportunity to shape medicine delivery with cutting‑edge technology.

Leverage digital, data, and AI innovations at scale.

Transform lives worldwide with life‑changing treatments.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics.

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