Head of Procurement External Manufacturing Specialty Care and Pasteur

Head of Procurement External Manufacturing Specialty Care and Pasteur

Job Title:

Head of Procurement External Manufacturing Specialty Care and Pasteur

Location:

Morristown, NJ or Cambridge, MA

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.
A strategic leadership role responsible for driving Sanofi's global External Manufacturing & Services (EM&S) procurement strategy for Large Molecules, focusing on delivering enterprise-wide value through innovative sourcing strategies and strategic Contract Manufacturing Organizations/Contract Development Manufacturing Organizations partnerships. Responsible for an evolving spend of > $1B.

• Drive global EM&S Growth Strategy implementation for Large Molecules in collaboration with Business and Procurement teams
• Act as strategic partner for R&D centers in developing and executing Clinical CMO strategy worldwide
• Lead Make vs. Buy decisions aligned with EM&S global strategy
• Optimize global CMO/CDMO partnerships to maximize value creation and competitive advantage

• Develop and execute global category strategies based on comprehensive market intelligence
• Lead complex, high-value global sourcing initiatives and negotiations
• Work closely with Business on managing global supplier relationship programs
• Drive procurement excellence across Total Cost of Ownership, Risk Management, Innovation, CSR, and Sustainability
• Establish and manage competitive CMO & CDMO panel aligned with EM&S strategy

• Build and lead a global high-performing team with strong business acumen
• Champion transformation initiatives across the procurement organization
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement within EM&S framework

• Deliver world-class savings objectives aligned with EM&S targets
• Partner with Finance to develop robust tracking mechanisms for external spend
• Contribute to global budget planning and long-range strategic initiatives

• Pharmaceutical Engineering, or related field required, Master's degree in Business Administration preferred
• Additional procurement certification preferred

• 15+ years of experience in senior management roles
• Proven track record in global pharmaceutical/biotech procurement
• Demonstrated success in global positions
• Strong background in External Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management

• Global strategic thinking and enterprise-wide business acumen
• Ability to influence and align multiple stakeholders across global matrix organization
• Proven change management capabilities in complex global environments
• Excellence in leading global, diverse teams
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills
• Outstanding communication and presentation abilities
• Deep understanding of global pharmaceutical manufacturing and CMO landscape

• Expertise in global procurement best practices and processes
• Understanding of pharmaceutical development and manufacturing
• Knowledge of global GMP and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in digital tools and analytics

• Global mindset with ability to drive enterprise-wide initiatives
• Results‑oriented with strong execution focus
• Innovative thinking and ability to challenge status quo
• High ethical standards and commitment to compliance
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in matrix organizations

• 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 and at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental…