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R2837475 B100 DT Upstream Operations Manager- Vaccines
Location: Toronto, ON

Duration: 3 years

About 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.

The B100 operations manager is responsible for the relevant manufacturing operations in compliance with cGMP according to their specific production area (upstream, downstream, MWS, etc).  The manager is responsible for the daily activities of unionized staff in a cGMP facility in compliance with company policies.  This includes responsibility for the scheduling and execution of all operations with adequate level of GMP documentation.  This includes support from a user perspective for B100 project activities and adherence to SOPs, cGMP and HSE procedures.

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:

• Support B100 operations design through validation stages, review and approve technical/quality documentation, and manage equipment administration including user access and audit trails.

• Develop and own production schedules for validation and manufacturing, manage preventative maintenance plans, support recipe development, and ensure timely execution of all production activities.

• Support shop floor operations (MES, PCS), develop and manage manufacturing documentation lifecycle (eBPR, Logs), and contribute to operational budgeting and staffing decisions.

• Collaborate with QOOQ, QOSA, and RA teams to ensure GMP compliance, lead procedure development, minimize deviations, and serve as primary contact for audits and regulatory inspections

  •Training & Quality Culture- Develop lesson plans, ensure timely training completion, conduct manufacturing inspections (GEMBA, MSV), and drive continuous improvement initiatives to build strong quality culture.

• Organize and develop high-performing teams, establish staff objectives, manage training plans, coach personal development goals, and handle hiring and attendance management.

• Implement lean management systems, lead process efficiency initiatives, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and manage facility improvements through change control processes.

• Ensure workplace safety compliance, investigate and report incidents, provide appropriate PPE, integrate EHS initiatives, and collaborate with safety committees to maintain continuous improvement

Scope and dimensions

• Shift size: up to 20 Union staff

• Oversees specific area of operations in Building 100

• Develop and ensure consistency of communication across shift

About You

• 3-year College Diploma with minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech environment OR bachelor's degree in science/engineering or in a related field with minimum of 3 years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech environment. 

• People management experience preferred.

Competencies (LEAD model)

• Cooperate transversally

• Act for change

• Commit to customers

• Strive for results

• Make decisions

• Lead teams

• Develop people

• Think strategically

Competencies (LEAD model)

• Cooperate transversally

• Act for change

• Commit to customers

• Strive for results

• Make decisions

• Lead teams

• Develop people

• Think strategically

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

This position is for a current vacant role that we are actively hiring for.​

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal,  Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.

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