About the Job

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We believe our cutting-edge science and manufacturing, fueled by data and digital technologies, have the potential to transform the practice of medicine, turning the impossible into possible for millions of people. As one of the leading investors in life sciences, manufacturing and research and development, we focus on delivering new and better ways to address unmet medical needs. Our products empower self-care, prevent and treat diseases, and help people live better. 

Digital & Data is at the heart of Sanofi: our ambition is to be the leading digital healthcare platform to develop & deliver medicines faster, enable healthcare professionals to improve treatments and help patients improve their health. Our scale, strong connections within health ecosystems across the world, and ability to leverage Sanofi’s capabilities make us the best place to push the boundaries of medicine through technology.

The Digital Lab and Plant Operations team is one of the verticals within Digital R&D, focused on developing and delivering digital products to allow the R&D organization to run efficiently and reach its strategic goals. Our team plays a critical role in equipping the R&D organization to run efficient and modern lab and plant operations that keep pace with science, while fueling AI-enabled decision making with scientific data.

As the Product Owner Research Materials and Logistics, you lead the digital delivery of next-generation research materials and logistics management applications for the organization. Working with R&D scientists, laboratory operations teams, and supply chain functions, you will define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for digital products that enable the organization to efficiently manage the full lifecycle of research materials—including small molecules, biosamples, reagents, and consumables—while streamlining logistics workflows to accelerate scientific discovery. Your focus will be on simplifying complex logistics flows, enhancing inventory visibility, optimizing material traceability, and empowering scientists with intuitive digital tools that reduce administrative burden and enable them to focus on breakthrough research.

This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic team, fully empowered to propose and implement innovative ideas. This role will also provide hands-on experience in collaborating with diverse vendors and major internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Demand Intake & Management:

• Collaborate closely with R&D business stakeholders to develop a clear vision, ensuring products evolve with R&D business needs and drive high maturity

• Lead the strategic demand ideation of your Digital Products, including sourcing external innovation, coordinating with R&D business and key stakeholders, drive ideation working sessions, and ensure effective product prioritization

• Work with team leadership to develop the long-term strategy and delivery roadmap for your products

• Provide input to delivery team for Product improvements or expansion requests based on feedback heard from R&D business and/or end users

• Support with the triaging of operational demand against Product roadmaps and delivery plans

Digital Product Delivery:

• Lead the product development process, from ideation to launch, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes through regular releases

• Develop a detailed and executable product delivery plan and timeline across design, build, and run activities; lead the product through governance requirements

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand R&D business needs, gather requirements, establish user stories, and define product features; Manage backlog refinement and drive features prioritization effort

• Drive and coordinate the selection of development tools

• Communicate effectively across non-technical stakeholders, technical stakeholders, and engineering teams to ensure the delivery of outcomes aligned to R&D business needs and value

• Support digital product go/no-go recommendations at stage gates based on supporting data and evidence

• Define, monitor, and analyze business and performance related product-level KPIs, reporting outcomes to team leadership and key collaborators

• Prepare and present reports to senior management on product performance, progress, and areas for improvement, including participating in demos and retrospectives

Innovation & Team Culture:

• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in product management

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the product team

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning within the product team

About You

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in product management, project management in a technical field, R&D data management, or other related field

Education

• Advanced degree (PhD, MS) in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Chemistry, Structural Biology, Bioengineering, Computational Sciences) or equivalent industry experience

Soft and technical skills

• Proven experience in digital product management, particularly in digital research lab systems within the pharmaceutical R&D or life sciences context

• Strong understanding of laboratory workflows, drug discovery and development processes

• Track record of delivering high-impact products in pharmaceutical research or life sciences, demonstrating ability to meet time, scope, cost, and quality expectations

• Experience developing products with Agile methodologies

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with ability to bridge technical and business teams

• Strong facilitation skills in design-thinking workshops and ideation sessions with diverse stakeholder groups

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to derive value from data pipelines and workflows to address business challenges

• Experience in building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders, understanding their needs, and translating them into effective data products

Languages

• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Why choose us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Benefit from a well-thought-out benefits package that rewards your contribution and commitment.

• We take care of you and your family with a wide range of health and social such as high-quality healthcare, numerous prevention programs and coverage for long-term illness. Our 14-week paid family leave for both parents is outstanding as well as a wide range of childcare benefits.

• Start your career at an attractive location in the center / in the capital of Germany and experience our modern working environment and benefit from hybrid, flexible working time models.

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