Cluster Lead, Vaccines- Sanofi Integrated Launch Capabilities (SILC)

Role Summary

The Cluster Lead, Vaccines - Sanofi Integrated Launch Capabilities (SILC) is a critical leadership role responsible for translating and implementing Sanofi's global launch strategy, influencing corporate strategy implementation and the success of product launches across a Global Business Unit. The role involves design and execution of global launch standards, cross-functional insights, and guiding launch capabilities. Reports to the SILC Head.

Responsibilities

• ONE Sanofi Launch Blueprint: Develop and continuously update launch frameworks and standards; define and refine core launch standards; upgrade the blueprint using performance insights, industry trends, and best practices; ensure functional integration and clear handoffs; assess launch performance to adapt playbooks and standards.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Facilitate cross-functional discussions to align launch expectations, priorities, and execution strategies; identify dependencies and share learnings; digitize learnings into user journeys; maintain centralized knowledge-sharing platforms.
• Agile development & continuous improvement: Oversee iterative development cycles; define and monitor KPIs; drive data-driven decisions; champion agile methodologies and ongoing innovation.
• Experience / About You: Lead global product launches across value chain (Commercial, R&D, Medical Affairs) in diverse geographies including the US; translate and implement corporate strategy at executive level; drive business impact across Global Business Units; lead global cross-functional teams; develop and implement global solutions across markets; build Global-Local relationships with strong communication; experience in US and international vaccine launches.
• Leadership Skills: Exercise enterprise leadership, influence at the highest levels, translate strategy into actionable plans, make critical decisions, build and lead high-performing global teams.
• Soft & Technical Skills: Translate strategies into operational plans, bridge strategy and execution, maintain enterprise leadership mindset, foster continuous improvement with data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; MBA/Advanced degree desirable.
• Travel: 25% domestic and international travel required.
• Languages: Fluent English; additional languages a plus.

Skills

• Expertise in leading global launches and cross-functional collaboration across Commercial, R&D, and Medical Affairs.
• Ability to translate corporate strategy into actionable plans and drive measurable results.
• Strong relationship-building across Global-Local teams and markets; excellent communication skills.
• Data-driven mindset with capability to define KPIs and drive continuous improvement.