Quality Excellence Manager
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a related technical field is required; a master's degree is preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in Quality Assurance roles, with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes and regulatory requirements.
- At least 5 years of experience in manufacturing or Operational Excellence within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or another closely related regulated industry.
- Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to improve quality processes.
- Proficiency in Excel and Power BI to build dashboards and visualize insights.
- Leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams, manage projects, and drive quality initiatives.
- In-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Strong presentation skills to communicate data-driven insights clearly to cross-functional teams and leadership.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
- Strong time management and prioritization in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Proactive, solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to anticipate risks and define clear action plans.
- Promote a culture of excellence and ensure full implementation and sustainability of SMS 2.0.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency in line with SMS 2.0 methodology.
- Monitor and analyze quality performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Support the investigation of complex events to identify the true root cause and relevant corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
- Develop a culture of continuous improvement within the site.
- Develop initiatives for staff and the management team to foster the capacity to identify and implement quality improvements.
- Develop and maintain quality metrics and performance indicators.
- Conduct regular assessments of quality processes and facilities.
- Implement global quality initiatives related to operational excellence within the quality department.
- Manage the quality excellence team and ensure its members are properly qualified for their activities.
- Contribute to global networking and initiatives.
- Work primarily on-site in an office-based setting, provide supportive presence on the manufacturing floor, and be able to gown for Gembas.
- Decide on the continuous improvement strategy and roadmap.
- Advise on quality improvements and initiatives.
- Advise on data-driven quality improvements.
- Establish quality metrics in line with global quality.
- Decide on initiatives to promote a culture of continuous improvement.
- Advise on the development of quality performance metrics and reporting systems.
- A master's degree.
About the company
Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical and biotechnology company that develops, manufactures, and sells prescription medicines, over-the-counter products, and vaccines. Its products span immunology, oncology, rare diseases, and vaccines, addressing unmet medical needs through a strong focus on research and development. Sanofi's core product model relies on large-scale R&D, strategic partnerships, and licensing to bring new therapies to markets, with revenue generated from product sales and collaborations. The company differentiates itself by leveraging its global reach, diverse portfolio, and emphasis on patient-centric solutions, safety, and quality to navigate regulatory environments in developed and emerging markets. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people worldwide by delivering innovative treatments and vaccines that meet unmet medical needs.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Paris, France
Founded
1973
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 10, 2026 FDA approval of Sarclisa Escena created the first on-body cancer injector.
- June 13, 2026 FDA accelerated approval expanded Tzield into recently diagnosed stage 3 T1D.
- Q2 2026 sales grew 17.8% at CER, with Dupixent and Beyfortus leading.
What critics are saying
- Texas sued Sanofi on February 19, 2026 over provider bribery and Medicaid fraud.
- Sanofi sued Pfizer and Moderna on July 15, 2026, extending costly mRNA patent warfare.
- Dupixent concentration makes 2030s patent loss an existential revenue shock.
What makes Sanofi unique
- Dupixent reached €5.2 billion quarterly sales in Q2 2026 across nine indications.
- October 1, 2026, Sanofi and Regeneron added four long-acting antibodies to their Alliance.
- Sanofi's 61-project pipeline spans immunology, rare diseases, vaccines, neurology, and oncology.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Professional Development Budget
- Parental Leave