Sanofi

Launch Packaging lead

Sanofi$133K — $192K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, pharmaceutical sciences, or a related field.
  • At least 10 years of experience in packaging launch initiatives or related roles.
  • Proven experience managing injectable or solid packaging projects and teams.
  • Ability to influence across functions and collaborate effectively.
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for packaging injectables or solids.
  • Fluency in English; French is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Drive and oversee 45+ global NPI/new launch projects for solids and injectables, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality execution.
  • Lead packaging design and development for New Product Launches (NPLs), enhancing innovation and sustainability.
  • Establish content and technical documentation standards for new product registrations, aligning with global regulations.
  • Provide technical leadership in packaging to R&D, Regulatory, and manufacturing, representing GDPU on global teams.
  • Direct innovation initiatives to improve packaging quality, compliance, and sustainability while promoting end-to-end packaging culture.
  • Manage and develop the team responsible for packaging launch development.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and supportive team environment focused on scientific advancement.
  • Opportunities for career growth through promotions or lateral moves, locally and internationally.
  • Comprehensive rewards package recognizing contributions to company goals.
  • Wide-ranging health and wellness benefits including high-quality healthcare and 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge technology shaping medicine and vaccine delivery.
  • Leverage digital and AI innovations for industry-leading performance.
Full Job Description

Job Title:Launch Packaging lead

  • Location:Morristown, NJ
     

About the Job 

As Launch Packaging Leader, you will be accountable for implementing our packaging vision & mission for new launches projects, execute the packaging strategy, and manage roadmaps and processes for primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging of injectable/solids. You will play a crucial role in achieving the company's ambition to become an industry leader in this specific area. You will work closely with the Global Area Head of Packaging to transform the organization's mindset and create a culture where end-to-end packaging for injectable or solids is part of our DNA and patient-centric approach.

Main Responsibilities 

  • Drive 45+ NPI/new launch projects (solids and injectables) globally, leading a group of packaging engineers to meet Launch Project milestones on time, on budget and on quality (≥95% execution adherence).

  • Lead packaging design and development for New Product Launches (NPL), driving innovation and sustainability across the portfolio, with 100% of newly developed packaging assessed against the 3Ps framework (Patient, Planet, Performance).

  • Lead content and technical documentation standards for new product registrations (NCEs), ensuring filings meet global regulatory requirements and project timelines.

  • Provide technical packaging leadership and analysis to R&D, Regulatory, manufacturing sites for the registration of products worldwide, representing GDPU and M&S on Global Project Teams and CMC sub-teams.

  • Direct innovation programs for the search, evaluation and introduction of new packaging technologies to improve quality and compliance, advance sustainability (Eco-designinitiatives), improve efficiencies, reduce costs, eliminate waste and maintain supply continuity. Promotea culture of end-to-end packaging for injectable or solid within GDPU and related departments through communication, education, and recognition programs.

  • Manage and develop the team responsible for launch packaging development.

About You 

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in engineering, materials science, pharmaceutical sciences or other relevant scientific discipline.

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in driving packaging launch initiatives, packaging engineering or other related fields.

  • Proven track record in managing injectable or solid packaging projects and teams

  • Demonstrated ability to influence across functions and external networks, excellence in collaboration, and flexibility in approach

  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements for injectable or solid product packaging

Languages:Fluent in English, French is a plus

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 andwellness 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. 

  • Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale 

  • Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime. 

The salary range for this position is:

$133.500,00 - $192.833,33

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can 

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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