Project manager - Project Management Services

(0789) Sanofi Healthcare India Private Limited; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Hyderabad is seeking a Project Manager to support Global M&S Services, focusing on project charters, planning, and governance for cross-functional teams in the life sciences domain.

You will work with tools like Planisware and ERP systems, manage risks, costs, milestones, and supplier interactions, and contribute to change control and project closure. A PMI/PMP credential and a degree in a related field are preferred. English fluency and global collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• PMI/PMP certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of MSP tools and digital project management systems.
• Experience in medical devices or pharmaceuticals is desirable.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Support development of project charters aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor progress, resources and costs; track schedule and cost performance.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments and mitigations.
• Create comprehensive project plans and manage milestones using tools.
• Prepare financial reports and project updates; manage documentation.
• Support supplier research, tendering, contracts and invoicing.
• Facilitate project closure, transition to manufacturing, and lessons learned.
• Maintain MIS for projects including cost, schedule, scope, and risks.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Agile thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in project management or business administration

PMI/ PMP certification preferred

Tools

MS Project

Planisware

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Project manager - Project Management Services (Hyderabad)

Sanofi is a global life sciences company committed to improving access to healthcare and supporting the people we serve throughout the continuum of care. From prevention to treatment, Sanofi transforms scientific innovation into healthcare solutions, in human vaccines, rare diseases, multiple sclerosis, oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, diabetes and cardiovascular solutions. As a company with a global vision of drug development and a highly regarded corporate culture, Sanofi is recognized as one of the best pharmaceutical companies in the world and is pioneering the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) with strong commitment to develop advanced data products to increase reusability & interoperability and thus accelerate impact on global health. The Global M&S Services acts as a cornerstone to this effort. Our team is responsible for delivering and supporting Global M&S teams in partnership with Business and Digital, and drive priority and transformative initiatives across M&S. The team members of Global M&S Services Hubs will act as partners in carrying out tasks and fulfilling responsibilities to support global project management from the hubs.

Main Responsibilities

• Support Project Charter Creation: Support development project charters to align with business objectives.
• Project Monitoring and Tracking: Establish and maintain systems to track progress, resources, and costs. Ensure timely tracking of project activities against schedule and cost parameters.
• Feasibility Studies and Risk Management: Support feasibility studies, risk assessments, and mitigation planning. Feasibility Studies and Risk Management: Support feasibility studies, risk assessments, and mitigation planning Implement effective risk management practices. Assist in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Project Planning, Scheduling and Resource Management: Create comprehensive project plans. Maintain schedules, including key milestones. Set up and track the project in project management tool (e.g., Planisware), Maintain Resource Management capabilities for governance and analytics.
• Communication, Documentation and Reporting: Support communication and stakeholder management plans. Assist in coordinating core and extended team activities. Creation and maintenance of action / decision log. Support documentation for team management. Assist in maintaining quality and regulatory documents. Prepare financial reports and provide regular project updates.
• Project Change Management: Support and documentation of project changes, including finance, resources, and scope. Handle cost calculations and change orders.
• Support Supplier Management: Support supplier research and selection, including tender creation and contract negotiation. Monitor supplier performance and manage ordering and invoicing. Assist in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Project Closure, Transition and Lessons Learned: Facilitate administrative and system closure of projects. Archive project documentation and deliverables. Prepare for project transition to manufacturing teams. Facilitate project reviews and lessons learned sessions.
• MIS Maintenance: Regular/ Monthly updation of MIS for Projects; which includes Cost, Schedule, Scope, Risk, Stakeholders, Key Milestones and other reporting related with project.

About You

Experience: Proven track of experience in operational and financial responsibilities, as well as resource allocation.

Knowledge in combination product development, final assembly, primary containers, and packaging changes. Knowledge of MSP tools and digital project management systems, as well as technical expertise in medical devices or pharmaceuticals.

Technical & Soft Skills: Strong communication skills, effective in a complex, global organization. Effective interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Agile thinker and learner, adaptable to dynamic environments. Strong software and computer skills. Strong understanding of project management principles and methodologies. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Strong technical aptitude and analytical thinking. Ability to anticipate risks and guide teams to strategic solutions. Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, ERP systems). Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in project management, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree in engineering or scientific discipline preferred. Project management certification (PMI/PMP) is a plus.

Languages: Fluent 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. 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.

• high-quality healthcare, prevention, and wellness programs
• at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

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.

We want to build a healthier, more resilient world, and turn the impossible into the possible by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines for millions of people around the world.

Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug-discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.