Digital M&S GenMed Insulin Cluster Leader - all genders

Sanofi; Frankfurt; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi seeks a Digital M&S Insulin Cluster Leader to own digital operations for Frankfurt (primary) and Orel (secondary). You will shape the long-term digital vision while ensuring day-to-day excellence across MES, ERP, LIMS and data platforms.

With 10+ years in pharma IT and 5+ years in leadership, you will bridge site operations and global digital teams, drive digital adoption, governance and KPI tracking, and lead a high-impact digital team in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in digital/IT roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated industries.
• 5+ years in leadership with strategic planning and operational execution.
• Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (Master's/MBA preferred).
• Solid GMP knowledge; hands-on experience with MES, SCADA, ERP, and OT/IT systems.
• Knowledge of insulin or biologics manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Own the digital roadmap for Frankfurt and Orel, aligned with Sanofi's global digital strategy.
• Ensure performance, availability, and reliability of MES, ERP, LIMS, and historians.
• Define and monitor KPIs for digital performance; coordinate with global teams on deployments and issue resolution.
• Lead and develop the site digital team; manage vendor relationships.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Stakeholder management

GMP knowledge

Communication (German & English)

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/Computer Science/related

Master's/MBA preferred

Tools

MES

SCADA

ERP

CSV (GxP validation)

Job description

About The Job

As Digital M&S Insulin Cluster Leader (all genders), you hold strategic and operational digital accountability for Sanofi's insulin manufacturing sites — Frankfurt (primary) and Orel (secondary). You will simultaneously shape the long-term digital vision and ensure day-to-day excellence of all digital operations. You are the key bridge between Digital site operations and Sanofi's global digital teams.

About Sanofi

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Own the digital roadmap for Frankfurt and Orel, aligned with Sanofi's global M&S digital strategy
• Identify and deliver digital value creation opportunities across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain
• Drive digital adoption and culture change; represent site interests in global governance forums

Digital Operations

• Ensure performance, availability, and reliability of all digital systems (MES, ERP, LIMS, historians)
• Oversee infrastructure, cybersecurity, and GxP compliance across both sites
• Define and monitor KPIs for digital performance; coordinate with global teams on deployments and issue resolution

Stakeholder & Global Collaboration

• Act as primary digital interface between sites and Sanofi's global digital organization
• Co-develop and scale innovative solutions with the Digital M&S Product Lines & Accelerator and global M&S teams
• Communicate digital strategy and Progress clearly to all levels, from shop floor to senior leadership

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop the site digital team; manage vendor relationships
• Build digital capabilities across the broader site organization

About You

Experience & Education

• 10+ years in digital/IT roles in pharmaceutical manufacturing or regulated industries
• 5+ years in leadership, with proven strategic planning and operational execution
• Bachelor's in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field *(Master's/MBA preferred)*
• Solid GMP knowledge; hands‑on experience with MES, SCADA, ERP, and OT/IT systems
• Knowledge of insulin or biologics manufacturing is a plus

Technical Skills

• Industry 4.0: IoT, AI/ML, digital twins, advanced analytics, cloud platforms
• Cybersecurity and infrastructure frameworks
• GxP computer system validation (CSV); agile/DevOps methodologies

Leadership & Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker who translates vision into actionable roadmaps
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across all levels
• Proven change leader in complex, matrixed manufacturing environments
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative, patient‑focused, and compliance‑driven
• Fluent in German and in English

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.
• Benefit from a well‑thought‑out benefits package that rewards your contribution and commitment.
• We take care of you and your family with a wide range of health and social such as high-quality healthcare, numerous prevention programs and coverage for long‑term illness. Our 14‑week paid family leave for both parents is outstanding as well as a wide range of childcare benefits.