Operational Excellence Associate - VIE Contract

About the role

iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28. Applications must be submitted in English and candidates must demonstrate proficiency in English.

Main Responsibilities

• Support teams in Kaizen and continuous improvement exercises.
• Support Value Stream Mapping, 5S and other operational excellence activities.
• Compile, analyze and format data for routine use in decision making and performance management.
• Build databases and digital tools to support operational excellence.
• Support supply chain robustness and continuous improvement activities.
• Review and analyze technical drawings and procedures.
• Investigate material and equipment failures.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Experience

• 1-2 years in a similar role would be a plus.

Soft and Technical Skills

• Ability to read, write and hold sensitive conversations in English.
• Strong Computer Skills and Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PowerBI.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Self-starter capable of working in a high paced environment.
• Enjoy hands-on work and interest in all things mechanical and automated.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) / engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Computer System, Electrical) or Operational Excellence.

Languages

Fluent English (written and verbal).

Why choose us?

• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development.
• Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes.
• Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply.
• Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale.
• Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime.
• Work with AI, robotics, and next-gen automation to redefine global manufacturing and supply.

Additional Information

Be part of a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi, we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow. Sanofi’s Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as: marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work.