Sanofi

Head of Project Delivery

Sanofi$113K — $163K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
  • 5+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
  • 5+ years of experience in Computerized System Implementation or Project Management
  • 1+ year of people management experience
  • Pharmaceutical consulting experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing team of Solution Implementation Leads (SILs)
  • Own end-to-end delivery of Smart Factory initiatives
  • Monitor delivery progress and manage project portfolio risks
  • Support translation of roadmap priorities into actionable plans
  • Establish and maintain delivery governance and reporting
  • Ensure successful handover of solutions to Operations post-deployment

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth and internal mobility
  • Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits
  • At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave
  • A supportive, technology-driven environment
  • Encouragement of cross-functional skill development and learning
Full Job Description
Job title: Head of Project Delivery
  • Location: Swiftwater, PA


About the Job

The Head of Project Delivery is accountable for the execution of the Site Smart Factory roadmap, ensuring digital solutions are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned to business priorities.

This role leads a team of Solution Implementation Leads (SILs) and oversees end-to-end delivery, from planning and deployment through user adoption and transition to operations. The Head of Project Delivery ensures consistent execution, effective governance, and cross-functional alignment while driving adoption and value realization across the site.

About You

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 5+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
  • 5+ years of experience in Computerized System Implementation OR Project Management.
  • 1+ year of people management experience.
  • Pharma consulting experience will be considered.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional delivery teams.
  • Experience in Smart Factory, digital manufacturing, or transformation initiatives.
  • Familiarity with AI-enabled solutions and data-driven technologies.
  • Strong understanding of digital solution implementation and project delivery.
  • Experience with system incident and risk management.


Main responsibilities:

People Leadership & Capability Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of Solution Implementation Leads (SILs), ensuring accountability, engagement, and strong delivery performance.
  • Build and strengthen delivery capabilities, including project execution, implementation excellence, and change management.
  • Plan and evolve team capacity, skills, and structure to support current and future Smart Factory priorities, including talent development and succession planning.


Project Portfolio Execution
  • Own end-to-end delivery of Smart Factory initiatives across the site.
  • Ensure project scope and delivery timing committed to Site Smart Factory roadmap is aligned to business priorities.
  • Monitor delivery progress, dependencies, and risks across the portfolio.
  • Maintain Smart Factory Project Deployment Budget.


Delivery Planning & Coordination
  • Support translation of roadmap priorities into executable delivery plans.
  • Coordinate project activities including pilots, deployments, and scaling across the site.
  • Ensure alignment with defined delivery models, standards, and core templates.
  • Maintain and prioritize delivery backlog in alignment with business priorities.


Governance & Stakeholder Management
  • Establish and maintain delivery governance (weekly reviews, monthly steering committees).
  • Provide transparent reports on delivery status, risks, and outcomes.
  • Ensure Operations and SILs are aligned with Global & Local Business, System, and Process owners on scope and priorities.
  • Serve as primary escalation point for delivery-related issues.
  • Champion change management and acts as a catalyst for transformation within operations.
  • Ensure appropriate training, communication, and support are in place.


Transition to Operations
  • Ensure successful handover of solutions to Operations and Local Business System Owners following system qualification.
  • Support stabilization and ensure operational readiness post-deployment.
  • Ensure documentation, training, and support structures are in place
  • Ensure system audit readiness.


Why Choose Us

  • 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 leave.
  • Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
  • Grow, thrive, and make an impact in a workplace that empowers you to bring your best self every day, with pride.
  • Develop new skills, explore cross-functional roles, and work in an environment that values growth and discovery.


The salary range for this position is:
$113.250,00 - $163.583,33

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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