Data Demand Lead

Job title: Data Demand Lead

Location: Budapest, Váci Greens

Hybrid working

About the job

As Data Demand Lead within our Business Operations Transformation team, you'll enable process transformation by delivering global data services that help Sanofi become a truly data-driven company. Ready to get started?

Join the team powering Sanofi from within — streamlining how we work, scaling bold ideas, and accelerating impact across the business. You'll lead global data governance initiatives that support critical functions and help bring life-changing treatments to patients faster.

About Sanofi

We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.

Join an Award-Winning Team at Sanofi Budapest Hub!

Be part of something exceptional. Our Budapest Hub has been recognized for workplace excellence, innovation, and our commitment to putting people first. See the full list of our awards at the end of this posting.

Main responsibilities

• Lead a global team of Data Stewards for corporate data, supporting governance processes across the organization.
• Deliver actionable governance strategies within all data domains, aligned with Global Enterprise Governance frameworks.
• Enhance and maintain the structures, practices, and processes for data governance across Sanofi.
• Provide guidance on continuous data cleansing and oversee the application of policies across the organization and within local Data Maintenance Teams.
• Oversee activities performed by operational master data resources and provide guidelines for adoption.
• Collaborate with business and data teams using Agile methodology to bring governance solutions to our global model.

About you

Experience: 5-10 years of professional experience in data management, ensuring governance processes compliance across cross-functional teams.

Soft and technical skills:

• Proven experience leading teams with a governance mindset and managing multiple stakeholders
• Strong understanding of how digital initiatives drive business value and support business transformation
• Outstanding communication skills with ability to translate between business and technical domains
• Forward-thinking approach with enthusiasm for exploring core model solutions that support process transformation
• Capacity to grasp the global picture across multiple domains and teams
• Experience navigating data concepts; knowledge of MDM and CI/CD concepts a plus
• Excellent presentation skills with strong attention to detail and active listening
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural team environments
• Capacity to learn new business concepts quickly and adapt to change

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or relevant field

Languages: Fluency in English is essential for operating in a multicultural environment

Why choose us?

• Work where global operations meet bold ambition — supporting critical functions that help bring life-changing treatments to patients faster.
• Bring bold ideas to life using the latest tech — from AI and automation to digital tools that transform how we work.
• Accelerate your career through internal gigs, cross-functional moves, and international mobility designed to grow your impact.
• Enjoy an attractive, market-oriented salary and comprehensive cafeteria benefits.

Office of the Year 2025 – Evolution Award
Our most recent award – Sanofi is recognized for creating an innovative workspace that supports collaboration and adaptability.

Marketing Diamond Award 2026 – Employer Branding
One of the highest honours at Hungary's prestigious Marketing Diamond Awards, recognizing excellence in employer branding.

BSC Investor of the Year 2025
Awarded by HIPA, ABSL Hungary, and AmCham Hungary for our contribution to Hungary's business services sector.

PwC Workforce Preference Survey 2025 – Top 3 Most Attractive Employers
Ranked 3rd among the most attractive employers in Hungary.

Hungarian Employer Branding Awards 2025 – Gold & Silver
Best Strategic Employer Branding Campaign (Gold) and Best Employer Branding Campaign in the Pharma Sector (Silver).

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