ABOUT THE JOB

At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we have one shared mission - we work passionately, every day, to 'serve healthier, fuller lives' now and for the generations to come. In order to do so, we strive to act as a force for good by integrating sustainability throughout our business and operating responsibly from both a social and environmental point of view.

Everything we do is centered around people's interests - our consumers, our customers, healthcare professionals, and our employees - across the world.

We are building loved brands that serve 1bn consumers worldwide, through our key platforms: Allergy, Physical & Mental Wellness, Pain, Digestive Wellness and Cough, Cold & Flu.

We aspire to become the best Fast Moving Consumer Health (FMCH) company in and for the world and we aim to build a work environment where people can thrive, grow, enjoy and be at their best.

• Develop and update Sanofi CHC's forward-thinking sustainability strategy, aligning with Sanofi CHC's core values, business strategy, regulatory requirements including CSRD, and industry best practices. This includes the development of public-facing targets and roadmaps for implementation.
  
• Oversee sustainability reporting, B Corp certification, and stay current with emerging trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainability to ensure Sanofi CHC's practices remain cutting-edge.
  
• Lead the design and implementation of sustainability governance frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure effective management and reporting of sustainability performance. Key supporting actions:
  
  • Maintain overview of the portfolio of sustainability initiatives across the business.
    
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure effectiveness of sustainability initiatives, develop and maintain dashboards to track performance.
    
  • Ensure Sanofi CHC has the right governance and setup to collect, aggregate, validate and publicly disclose sustainability data, working closely with Finance.
    
  • Drive the operationalization of the Sustainability Steering Committee alongside the Chief Sustainability Officer.
    
  • Prepare presentation and reports on key topics for senior leadership and governance.
    
  • Conduct regular assessments of sustainability initiatives to ensure continuous improvement, and infuse best demonstrated practices into the organization.
    
• Collaborate with key functions across Sanofi CHC to integrate sustainability considerations into business activities.
  
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including investors, regulators, NGOs, and community groups to enhance our sustainability credentials and reputation.
  
• Educate and inspire employees at all levels to foster a culture of sustainability throughout the organization and mobilize employees regarding their role in helping Sanofi CHC achieve its sustainability targets.
  
• Alongside the Sustainability Leadership Team, help lead the Sustainability function, providing vision, direction and team leadership.
  

• Bachelors' degree in relevant field (corporate responsibility, sustainability, environmental or social sciences, etc.); advanced degree preferred.
  

• 10+ years relevant experience in corporate sustainability leadership, developing and implementing sustainability strategies.
  
• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sustainability topics across such as climate, circularity, water, human rights, DEI, responsible sourcing, etc.
  
• Strong understanding of international sustainability regulations and relevant standards (e.g. CSRD, EU Taxonomy, CSDDD, B Corp, etc.), and an eye for robust sustainability reporting.
  
• Experience engaging with senior leadership and Boards; close engagement with investor relations preferred.
  
• People and team management experience
  
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and trends, and derive actionable insights.
  
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience driving organizational change, managing international teams.
  
• Preferred - Experience working in healthcare or fast-moving consumer products industries.
  

• Excellent ability to multitask and consolidate an expansive array of sustainability topics and stakeholders.
  
• Excellent attention to detail, with a high level of accountability in work quality.
  

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to deliver concise, credible and impactful presentations to senior management.
  
• Anability to work with stakeholders at all levels, developing strong and collaborative working relationships.
  

• A hands-on, can-do attitude combined with an ability to work strategically and seize opportunities.
  
• Ability to work at pace and deliver key milestones.
  

• Ability to see the big picture.
  
• An open mind, with an ability to pivot and flex as needed.
  
• An international mindset, preferably developed from living in several countries.
  

• Professional proficiency in English, both in understanding, speaking and writing.
  
• French preferred but not required.