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Head of Operational Excellence and Smart Factory

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Sanofi

Dec 5

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Toronto
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need an engineering/science degree, 12+ years in manufacturing, strong business acumen, people management experience (4-6 direct, 24 indirect), Lean expertise, Six Sigma Black Belt, and smart tech skills.
  • You will drive manufacturing excellence, implement the Sanofi Manufacturing System, manage digital initiatives, oversee performance metrics, and collaborate on strategic projects for productivity and cost goals.

Requirements

  • Education and Experience:
  • Engineering or Science degree with strong experience in manufacturing operations and executing large scale strategic programs.
  • 12+ years' experience with strong business acumen.
  • People Management Experience supporting approximately 4-6 direct and 24 indirect.
  • Deep expertise in Lean manufacturing.
  • Six-Sigma black belt or Lean Sensei.
  • Technical Expertise in Smart Manufacturing technologies (ioT, AI, machine learning, data analytics, …).

Responsibilities

  • Infuse a mindset of manufacturing excellence by challenging site leaders to continuously improve their areas.
  • Implement and embrace key elements of the Sanofi Manufacturing System (SMS).
  • Ensure appropriate performance measurement tools are implemented and consolidated according to corporate standards and site requirements.
  • Lead SMS implementation, operations, and improvement programs across the site.
  • Build a network internally and externally to organize benchmark studies.
  • Propose and implement best practices at the site level, including the digital roadmap.
  • Lead and execute efforts to meet productivity and cost targets in alignment with global standards.
  • Sponsor key strategic and site-wide projects as required by the business.
  • Lead the site balanced scorecard, monthly reporting, site business reviews, and performance KPIs.
  • Lead the site/function in reaching program objectives by managing the portfolio of site initiatives, leading site-level digital governance, and setting and maintaining high execution standards.
  • Interface with the Global VIA digital team to express the voice of the site and shape the global VIA Digital roadmap, including future digital solutions.
  • Lead the digital journey consistently with the VIA productivity roadmap set for the site/function.
  • Lead the elaboration of the site/function digital business case and track value realization against desired outcomes, ensuring the inclusion of the digital roadmap in site prioritization.
  • Orchestrate the site/function digital governance to ensure proper program delivery and issue resolution.
  • Lead partnerships with external suppliers supporting the site/function in the delivery of the digital roadmap.
  • Manage site/function Business (digital) system owners organisation.
  • Manage interfaces and dependencies with other programs (FIT4, iERP, SCCORE…) to ensure the digital journey is conducted with the best potential of the site/function.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Head of Operational Excellence and Smart Factory?

The primary responsibility includes maximizing productivity and capabilities, reinforcing continuous improvement and cost mindset, implementing the Sanofi Manufacturing System, and leading the digital roadmap for the site.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A degree in Engineering or Science, 12+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, people management experience, and deep expertise in Lean manufacturing are required.

Is experience in Smart Manufacturing technologies necessary for this role?

Yes, technical expertise in Smart Manufacturing technologies such as IoT, AI, machine learning, and data analytics is necessary.

Will the Head of Operational Excellence and Smart Factory lead a team?

Yes, the role involves managing approximately 4-6 direct reports and 24 indirect reports.

What kind of projects will the Head of Operational Excellence and Smart Factory sponsor?

They will sponsor key strategic and site-wide projects as required by the business.

What is the expected approach to productivity and cost targets in this role?

The role requires leading and executing efforts to meet productivity and cost targets in alignment with global standards.

Is Lean manufacturing experience required for applicants?

Yes, deep expertise in Lean manufacturing is a requirement for this position.

What type of culture is the Head of Operational Excellence expected to promote?

The Head is expected to infuse a mindset of manufacturing excellence by challenging site leaders to continuously improve their areas.

How does the role interact with the Global VIA digital team?

The Head will interface with the Global VIA digital team to express the voice of the site and shape the global VIA Digital roadmap.

What is the expected career growth for someone in this position?

The role offers countless opportunities to explore, make connections, and grow your career, whether through promotions or lateral moves, both locally and internationally.

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Sanofi

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2004
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We are Sanofi, an innovative global healthcare company. We chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Our team, across some 100 countries, is dedicated to transforming the practice of medicine by working to turn the impossible into the possible. We provide potentially life-changing treatment options and life-saving vaccine protection to millions of people globally, while putting sustainability and social responsibility at the center of our ambitions.