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Sanofi Group Head of Eco-pharmaco Stewardship in Gentilly, France
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Job Title: Head of Eco-Pharmaco Stewardship
- Location: Gentilly (France)
At Sanofi, we strive to make a difference—not only for our patients but also for the planet. Through our Planet Care program , we are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our activities and products while ensuring resilience in the face of environmental change.
Join a team of passionate environmental experts and visionary leaders working to tackle key challenges such as climate change, water stewardship, biodiversity, and the impact of pharmaceuticals in the environment.
About the job
As the Head of Eco-Pharmaco Stewardship, you will lead a transformative program designed to protect patient access to medicines while ensuring a science-based approach to managing the environmental impacts of pharmaceuticals throughout their lifecycle.
This role involves strategy development, cross-functional collaboration, and operational execution to deliver meaningful results for Sanofi's environmental sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement a long-term strategy for Sanofi’s Eco-pharmaco Stewardship program, working with stakeholders across the organization
Inspire and manage a team of subject matter experts (SMEs) to execute the program effectively
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve Sanofi's environmental commitments
Pharmaceuticals in the Environment (PIE)
Lead initiatives to minimize emissions of pharmaceutical substances into the environment, ensuring compliance with global regulations
Drive programs to meet ambitious goals, such as engaging 100% of sites of concern by 2025 and implementing best available wastewater treatment practices by 2030
Partner with legal, engineering, and public affairs teams to anticipate and address regulatory requirements
Eco-Pharmacovigilance (EPV)
Oversee the development and deployment of the EPV program, targeting the top 100 marketed products by 2030
Collaborate with digital teams to develop digital solutions to enhance monitoring and decision-making
Environmental Risk Assessments (ERAs)
Support R&D teams in conducting high-quality ERAs for marketing authorization applications
Coordinate voluntary testing and risk assessments for key marketed products
Reporting and External Engagement
Define and track progress against environmental goals including value chain ensuring transparency in ESG and regulatory reporting such as CSRD
Engage with industry peers, environmental associations, and regulatory bodies to share knowledge and participate on future developments
About You
To excel in this role, you bring a combination of expertise, leadership, and vision:
Experience and Qualifications
Degree in Life Sciences, Environmental Science, Chemistry, or a related field, with 10+ years of experience in pharmaceuticals, biotech, or chemical manufacturing
Proven track record in environmental management, ecotoxicology, or wastewater treatment
Skills and Competencies
Strong leadership and transversal management capabilities
Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and anticipate changes
Expertise in developing strategies and operational plans to meet sustainability targets
Exceptional communication skills to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively
Fluency in English; French is a plus
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) !
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.
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