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MEGA Tier 1 Automation & Manufacturing systems Lead
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Our teams produce and deliver over 4 billion units of medicines and vaccines every year, ensuring every breakthrough gets to the people who need it most.
Our state-of-the-art facilities, AI-powered smart factories, and cutting-edge automation are redefining what’s possible: ensuring treatments reach patients faster, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. This is where your skills, ambition, and passion can shape the future of healthcare.
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Job title:MEGA Tier 1 Automation & Manufacturing systems Lead
- Location: Gentilly, France
- Type of contract : Permanent
- Approximatively 30% of travel expected
- Remote working possible according policy
About the job
Join Sanofi’s Global Manufacturing Systems & Automation team as the MEGA Tier 1 Automation & Manufacturing systems Lead. In this key role, you will be responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of major Tier 1 projects, representing a total investment of approximately €2.5 billion. This includes the IFF project, which involves the construction of two new state-of-the-art factories focused on insulin production in Frankfurt and China, as well as the development of a significant new monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) production facility at Vitry. Your mission will be to ensure that cutting-edge technologies are integrated, that global standards are applied, and that progress is closely monitored to meet project objectives.
At Sanofi, we are committed to pushing the limits of science to improve lives. Join us and be part of a team working on groundbreaking projects that will shape the future of manufacturing systems and automation.
Main responsibilities:
- Ensure the application of global standards: Guarantee that global automation standards are consistently implemented across all MEGA Tier 1 projects, adapting them as needed
- Drive technological innovation: Promote the integration of cutting-edge automation technologies within MEGA Tier 1 projects to enhance efficiency and sustainability
- Provide support for project execution: Guide MEGA Tier 1 project teams to apply standards and innovations effectively, while closely monitoring their progress
- Guarantee compliance with regulations: Verify that all automation systems in MEGA Tier 1 projects adhere to industry regulations and meet quality standards
- Implement best practices: Encourage teams to adopt best practices in Manufacturing Systems and Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security, ensuring their use across MEGA Tier 1 projects
- Leverage strategic partnerships: Maximize relationships with key vendors to provide the necessary tools and technologies for MEGA Tier 1 project success
- Facilitate resource allocation: Work with stakeholders to secure the appropriate resources, budgeting, and staffing for the successful execution of MEGA Tier 1 projects
About you
- Experience: Proven expertise in factory automation technologies and systems integration, with leadership experience managing large-scale automation projects across multiple sites
- Skills: Strong leadership and communication abilities, with a talent for mentoring and developing cross-functional teams. Deep knowledge of Manufacturing Systems, Automation, Robotics, and OT Cyber Security
- Education: Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or a related field
- Languages: Fluent in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus
- Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards, particularly in automation within manufacturing environments
Why join Sanofi?
- Innovative Projects: Join a team at the forefront of automation innovation, where you will lead MEGA Tier 1 projects that are transforming the future of manufacturing. These high-impact projects integrate cutting-edge technologies and deliver advanced solutions in automation
- Career Growth: Sanofi offers limitless opportunities for career advancement, allowing you to grow within the company by working on large-scale, global projects with a significant impact on the healthcare industry
- Work-Life Balance: We support your well-being with flexible working arrangements, including remote options, and comprehensive health and wellness programs designed to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Diversity & Inclusion: Become part of a diverse and inclusive team that values different perspectives and backgrounds. At Sanofi, we believe that innovation thrives when powered by diverse people working together
"This role allows you to shape the future of automation through innovative MEGA Tier 1 projects. You will lead groundbreaking initiatives and contribute to the transformation of our global manufacturing landscape."
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