Japan Project Head (vaccines)

Sanofi UK

Tokyo, Japan
Japan development strategy
Integrated development strategy
Cross-functional global project team
The JPH is responsible for developing the integrated development strategy/development plan for their respective vaccine project in Japan and for its effective execution with the cross-functional Global Project Team (GPT) as well as Japan project team

Job Summary

  • The JPH is responsible for developing the integrated development strategy/development plan for their respective vaccine project in Japan and for its effective execution with the cross-functional Global Project Team (GPT) as well as Japan project team.
  • The JPH sets up and leads the Japan Team to drive the execution of the Japan activities for licensure and leads the Japan team in assessing local project risks, developing risk management /mitigation plans.
  • The JPH develops effective working relationships with significant influencers (i.e. opinion leaders) at multiple levels (internally and externally) and ensures alignment and coordination with major stakeholders across the company including external partners.

Matching Summary

The JPH is responsible for developing the integrated development strategy/development plan for their respective vaccine project in Japan and for its effective execution with the cross-functional Global Project Team (GPT) as well as Japan project team.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Japan development strategy
  • integrated development strategy
  • cross-functional Global Project Team
  • Japan project team leadership
  • risk management and mitigation
  • financial acumen and budget visibility

Nice-to-have

  • continuous improvement orientation
  • shapes the environment
  • leader/mentor/coach for team
  • existing network in Sanofi
  • critical thinking and challenging status quo

Key Requirements

  • Over 10 years of experience
  • Over 5 years in development
  • Over 3 years in leadership role
  • Strong scientific & academic background
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain efficient connection with global functions
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Japan environment & regulations

Work Rights

Not specified

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