Operational Excellence Performance Lead

Sanofi

Operational Excellence Performance Lead role in Sanofi focusing on improving external manufacturing processes. Leading initiatives and managing performance within biotech operations.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts, New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $133,500 - $192,833 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performance management systems and continuous improvement methodologies, with a strong focus on coaching, training, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to drive cultural change and enhance operational performance in sterile manufacturing and biotech environments.

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Performance Management SystemsContinuous Improvement MethodologiesSterile Manufacturing ExpertiseCoaching And Training CapabilitiesChange Management

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Hard Skills

Problem-Solving TechniquesPerformance Gap AnalysisAction Plan ExecutionKey Performance Drivers IdentificationTraining And Certification Development

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCross-Functional AgilityStakeholder Engagement

Tools & Technologies

EM&S Performance Management SystemSMS 2.0 Standards+QDCITeam BoardGPS3 Board

Certifications & Qualifications

SMS Certification Intermediate Or AboveLean/Six Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

Biotech Drug Substance ManufacturingAseptic Filling OperationsContract Manufacturing Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate, prepare, animate performance workshops focused on cycle time reduction, yield improvement, complex problem solving, and launch readiness.
Lead and coordinate execution of related action plan
Act as performance partner for one or more EM&S business units by attending leadership team meetings and performance rituals, supporting early detection of performance gaps and improvement opportunities, and driving prioritization and execution of initiatives
Deploy and maintain the EM&S performance management system according to SMS 2.0 standards, including +QDCI, Team Board, and GPS3 board
Contribute to SMS upskilling program including training, certification, and coaching activities
Champion cultural change in continuous improvement, change management, and problem-solving methodologies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelors' degree required
7+ years of relevant professional experience
Deep knowledge of performance management systems, continuous improvement methodologies, and problem-solving techniques
Proven track record of realizations
Expertise in sterile manufacturing and aseptic filling operations
Expertise in biotech Drug Substance (DS) manufacturing
Performance-oriented mindset with ability to understand and identify key performance drivers
Cross-functional agility with demonstrated ability to operate effectively in matrix environments
Strong communication skills with ability to establish and deliver impactful communications to senior leadership
Coaching and training capabilities with experience developing others through structured support and feedback
Change management and stakeholder engagement capabilities
Fluent in English (written and verbal)
Experience working with external partners and Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs) is a plus
SMS certification Intermediate or above (or equivalent Lean/Six Sigma)
Experience in training, coaching, and people development is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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