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Job Title : Global Head of Agile Center of Excellencelocation France-EU countries-USall genders

This position can be based on the East Coast of the USA or in Europe. The role may require occasional international travel.

About the job

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world.

As Global Head of the Agile Center of Excellence (CoE) within Digital Organizational Capability & Transformation team, you will drive the strategy, operating model, adoption and maturity of Agile methodologies across the company’s global operations. You will be responsible for establishing, scaling, and continuously improving the Agile framework, practices, and culture across diverse teams and functions. You will play a key role in ensuring that Agile transformation initiatives align with Sanofi's strategic goals, enhance operational efficiency, and foster innovation.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a strategic vision for the Agile Center of Excellence (COE), as well as lead and scale Agile transformation across Sanofi, aligning with business and digital goals while driving cultural change.

• Design, implement and continuously refine and scale a compliant Agile framework for Sanofi, fostering a culture of improvement and learning.

• Build and lead a high-performing Agile team, providing mentorship, training, and resources to empower the organization in adopting Agile practices.

• Be a large-scale influencer to onboard the organization into a momentum of Agile adoption

• Onboard senior leaders into the transformation process and be the main point of contact and business partner for business leaders.

• Understands business client groups knowledge to translate the challenges & bring added value through building long term relationships / alliances, negotiating and establishing trade-offs with business leaders.

• Establish and oversee Agile governance to ensure effective and consistent Agile practices across Sanofi, define KPIs to measure and report performance, while being compliant with the standards of the Pharmaceutical industry, including GxP requirements.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with stakeholders to integrate Agile practices and act as the primary contact for external Agile partners.

• Continuously evolve the Agile CoE by integrating industry trends and innovations, representing Sanofi at industry events, and adapting to organizational needs.

About you :

• Proven track record in driving transformation and ensuring full adherence from senior stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Information Technology, Engineering, or Life Sciences). A master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

• Minimum of 10-15 years’ experience in Agile transformation and leadership within large, regulated environments, with a strong understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and proven success in driving organizational change.

• Deep expertise in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, Lean, and DevOps.

• Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and develop high-performing teams.

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to align Agile initiatives with broader business goals.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives and diverse teams.

• Ability to work effectively in a global, matrixed organization, managing multiple priorities and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

• Certifications: Agile certifications such as Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), Certified Agile Coach (ICP-ACC), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or equivalent are highly desirable.

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

Pursue Progress . Discover Extraordinary .

Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !

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Pursue progress , discover extraordinary

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, 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.

Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.

With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo)

As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live.

All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)