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With us, you’ll break new ground across a growing and diverse portfolio – from established medicines that millions rely on to pioneering breakthroughs in immunology and chronic disease care. Imagine the scale: your work will help deliver treatments to people around the world who live with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and complications arising from transplant.
Fueled by groundbreaking advances in technology, we are accelerating innovation and expanding access faster than ever. If you’re ready to push boundaries, embrace the power of AI and digital tools, and shape the future of healthcare, this is where your ambition meets impact.
Job title: Operations Manager, Vaccines
Location: KL
About the Job:
Strategic context:
Sanofi is implementing an ambitious plan called “DRIVE” complementing our Play to Win Strategy with 3 main objectives (i) keep fueling our pipeline (ii) make Sanofi a modern science-driven healthcare company (iii) serving our patients.
In this context, Sanofi made the decision to evolve its commercial model from GBU-specific country organizations to a more standardized and consistent approach, boosting efficiency.
The focus will be on (i) Key Markets and most innovative products as major drivers for growth and (ii) a cross-GBUs efficiency model with optimized country set-up.
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:
The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the effective application of contracts, commercial policies and execution of the distributor model in relevant market(s), tenders and private sales involving close coordination with the local supply chain, managing importations, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and aligning delivery plans with customer needs.
Support Head of Operations for key commercial activities including tender management, commercial policy, key stakeholder management, distributors’ management, and performance management
Collaborate with cross functions, design timely and accurate analyses to measure and monitor relevant key performance indicators related to the organization's priorities.
Identify projects issues/ business problems and develop resolutions to meet productivity and quality
Identify business risks and develop mitigation plans
Ensure report of activities to MCO/Global
Drive the development and implementation of commercial strategies by collaborating with Business Relationship Manager/ Sales team, and other support functions to ensure business continuity and growth
Monitor operational performance metrics and make adjustments to processes and strategies as necessary
Coordinate import processes and align with Supply, Regulatory Affairs (RA) and Quality guidelines
Align operations with Supply Chain, MCO Business Planning and Operations and other related functions to ensure uninterrupted execution / operation
Oversee inventory management to optimize stock levels and reduce write off
Lead and manage ad-hoc projects as required, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget
Ensure high compliance with Sanofi SOPs and local legislation and transversal coordination with other Sanofi GBUs
About You:
Main requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration / finance or related field
Thorough understanding of pharmaceutical regulations and compliance with local and international standards
Proficient in project management and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Strong understanding of supply chain and inventory management systems
Fluent in English and the primary language(s) of the country or countries of operation, with strong communication skills
Work Experience:
5-7 years prior experience in project management, supply management, finance or consultancy
Experience in operations management, particularly in pharmaceutical industry
Proven track record of managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams in a dynamic setting
Extensive experience in handling contract applications, managing distributor models, tenders, and overseeing direct sales
Professional skills that make the difference:
Strong analytical skills to forecast operational needs and solve complex problem efficiently
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships with business partners and company stakeholders
Capacity to adapt to changing industry trends and proactive management to anticipate and mitigate operational risks
Why choose us?
Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
nullPursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.
Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.
At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Watch 'One day at Sanofi' and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives at sanofi.com
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Why work with us
- Do the never done before. We push the boundaries of what’s possible: expanding access, accelerating innovation, and finding new ways to improve everyday health for millions.
- Drive the transformation. We’re leading the shift to AI-powered healthcare, using digital tools to reinvent how medicines are developed, manufactured, and delivered worldwide.
- Deliver at scale. Our reach is unmatched—we bring trusted treatments to millions worldwide, ensuring broad access and real-world impact at every stage of care.
- Make an impact that matters. From tackling global health challenges to advancing sustainable, inclusive healthcare, everything we do is driven by purpose.
Who ignites your potential?
For Sam, it was her mom—teaching her to listen, push boundaries, and put patients first. At Sanofi, we know your inspiration drives your impact. Bring your passion, and together, we’ll chase the miracles of science.
"Each disease, each country, each person brings opportunities that challenge us to push the boundaries, to think of better ways to look at healthcare and pioneer new possibilities."
Olivier Charmeil
Executive Vice President, General Medicines
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