Head of SMS Program
Core
Lead the deployment, governance, and continuous evolution of the Sanofi Manufacturing System (SMS) to drive operational excellence and sustainable performance improvements in vaccine and Specialty Care Biologics manufacturing.
Role type
Senior IC operational excellence program lead
Builds
Modular, adaptable manufacturing facilities using disruptive technologies
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing (vaccines and biologics)
Required skills
Operational Excellence, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Change Management, Manufacturing Financial Performance, Project Management, cGMP knowledge, Data Management, Stakeholder Management
Preferred skills
Sanofi Manufacturing System (SMS) certification framework, Factory 4.0 solutions, 3P and Shine methodologies, eOEE, FaCT, iObeya
Responsibilities
Lead deployment of SMS 2.0 and continuous improvement programs; Drive performance transformation and value realization; Establish governance for initiative progress and benefits; Develop SMS operating standards and upskilling roadmaps; Manage resource allocation and digital budget for transformation initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC