Technical Operations Leader - Europe Third Party

Job Title

Technical Operations Leader – Europe Third Party

Location

Gentilly, France

About the job

As Technical Operations Leader – Europe Third Party within External Manufacturing and Supply Small molecules Europe, you’ll lead new API sourcing and DP technology transfer initiatives, ensuring quality and continuity of our GenMed portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Manage API sourcing selection and qualification projects with external partners.
• Lead cross‑functional technology transfer teams while maintaining technical ownership.
• Provide technical expertise to routine teams and external partners.
• Develop and execute process validation strategies ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources effectively.
• Consolidate timings, budgets and resources for the project under your responsibility.
• Drive continuous improvement through process enhancement and systematic lessons learned.

About you

• Education: Chemist, Pharmacist, or Pharmaceutical process engineer.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in small molecule area, and in at least one of analytical, chemistry, technology transfer, process engineering, CMC development. Experience managing cross‑functional teams in an international environment and experience with CMO is an asset.
• Soft & technical skills: Capacity to manage multiple projects, leadership, understanding of scientific, technical, quality, regulatory and commercial aspects, communication skills, proactivity.
• Languages: English (written and verbal fluency required); French is a plus.

Compensation

Salary range: €54400 – €72533.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Comprehensive healthcare and well‑being programs.

Equal Opportunities

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.