Head of Strategic Partnerships

Sanofi

Main Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategic partnership strategy aligned with Sanofi's corporate objectives and public affairs priorities
• Identify, evaluate, and establish high-value partnerships with key external stakeholders including government entities, industry associations, patient advocacy groups, and other healthcare organizations
• Lead cross-functional collaboration to ensure partnership initiatives support business goals across therapeutic areas and markets
• Design and implement partnership governance frameworks to ensure effective collaboration and value creation

Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior external stakeholders to advance Sanofi's strategic interests
• Represent Sanofi in key external forums, conferences, and multi-stakeholder initiatives
• Collaborate with Country Public Affairs teams to support local partnership initiatives and ensure alignment with global strategy
• Serve as a key liaison between external partners and internal business units

Policy Influence and Advocacy

• Work with the Head of Public Affairs to shape policy positions that support strategic partnerships
• Develop advocacy strategies to advance partnership objectives and address shared challenges
• Monitor policy developments that may impact strategic partnerships and recommend appropriate responses
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure all partnership activities adhere to relevant regulations and company policies
• Proactive horizontal leadership and alignment

Project Management and Implementation

• Lead the development and execution of strategic partnership projects from conception to implementation
• Establish clear objectives, timelines, and success metrics for partnership initiatives
• Manage partnership budgets and resources effectively
• Track and report on partnership outcomes and impact

Internal Coordination and Alignment

• Coordinate with Global Business Units and Country teams to ensure partnership activities support local and global priorities
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and best practices across the organization
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on partnership activities and outcomes
• Develop internal capabilities to support effective partnership management