**_Medical Manager - Influenza_** + _Location:São Paulo/SP_ About the job The Vaccine´s Team at Sanofi is a high-performing team of Medical leaders who are a trusted source of scientific and Medical information and shared insights; effective and innovative strategic partners to our internal and external stakeholders; and dedicated to public health. We represent diverse experiences and backgrounds which strengthens our team and mirrors the healthcare communities we engage. **Main Responsibilities:** The Influenza Medical Lead will lead the Medical and scientific (non-promotional) strategy for the influenza portfolio/therapeutic area in close partnership with the other functional franchise leads and in alignment with the overall franchise strategy. + Strategy + Be accountable for the development and execution of the Influenza Medical Roadmap, integrated Medical Action Plan and integrated Evidence Generation Plan (iEGP) + Provide strategic leadership and oversight of projects and activities for the Medical team and work in close collaboration with other departments including brand teams and Public Affairs + Work with various internal stakeholders to align on strategy including: + Field Medical to ensure alignment of office-based and field-based activities as part of the influenza Medical Roadmap + Country Medical Heads + Global Medical team to ensure alignment of the [MCO, Franchise] Medical strategy + Additional cross-functional internal stakeholders to develop strategic imperatives and downstream strategies and tactics to support franchise goals + Maintain portfolio mindset, serving as primary point of contact for near-term business and development licensing opportunities for the franchise + Provide strategic guidance and insights on complex product and Medical issues + Lead and drive the development of advanced Medical and scientific strategies for the portfolio therapeutic area, incorporating franchise-specific details and increased complexity + Participate in the co-creation of the global Medical evidence generation plan and ensure Medical needs are accounted for and addressed + Closely collaborate with evidence generation advisor and cross-functional partners to generate a large and complex evidence portfolio to support products in pre-/peri-launch phases + Cultivate innovation mindset in supporting evidence generation plans for candidates in early development and providing country level insights for the long term portfolio / franchise strategy + People Leadership + Lead Influenza Medical team through direct management of Medical advisors/managers and indirectly with field Medical representatives + Create a best-in-class talent pipeline by developing, identifying, and attracting talent + Serve as a role Model that embodies Sanofi’s culture + Provide mentorship and guidance for those overseeing the development of advanced educational materials and presentations for use by the Medical team + Foster growth and development through clear performance expectations and regular coaching/feedback, encouraging a culture of continuous learning, and improvement + Facilitate a positive and inclusive team culture that values diversity, excellence, and collaboration + Collaborate with internal partner to acquire, retain, and develop talent + External Stakeholder Engagement + Conduct and maintain in-depth stakeholder engagement plan + Identify and address challenges to optimal patient care through partnership with Systems of Care, Academic Medical Centers, HCPs, and other Professional Societies + Provide a high scientific level of expertise within the [MCO, Franchise] team; develop and lead collaborations with key experts in the field + Maintain relationships with key professional societies and key experts + Provide guidance on [MCO, Franchise] products and related Medical issues and seek impactful insights + Provide scientific education on disease states, epidemiology, and clinical trials of [MCO, Franchise] products when relevant + Lead external advisory boards focused on [MCO, Franchise] products and pipeline + Foster collaborations with key experts in the field, leveraging advanced scientific expertise + Data Generation + Empower Medical advisor team/evidence generation advisor to oversee the design and execution of Sanofi-sponsored studies, including Ph 4 post-marketing and observational studies + Coordinate investigator-initiated study (IIS) progress with Evidence Generation Advisor and Country Study Lead + Work with R&D and Clinical Development teams to provide Medical input to design integrated evidence generation plans (iEGP) encompassing clinical development (Ph1-3) and post-marketing clinical trials (Ph4) + Medical Operations + Provide Medical guidance to internal Sanofi customers, including contribution of Medical information and clinical trial data for pharmacovigilance (PV) reports to health authorities + Oversee creation of educational materials and presentation for use by the Medical team, development scientific communication and education initiatives using scientific/Medical expertise, customer insights, and understanding of launch strategy; train and educate internal and external stakeholders + Develop and oversee the franchise budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effective approaches are used to achieve strategic objectives + Promote the culture of Ethics and Business Integrity in your team by serving as a role model by ensuring appropriate knowledge and adherence to the principles of ethics and integrity, Sanofi policies and codes of conduct that regulate the pharmaceutical market. + Comply with and promote Sanofi Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policies in relation to the team it manages, which includes the Road Safety Program (Road Safety) with the purpose of preventing accidents, avoiding health risks, promoting the well-being of employees and reducing environmental impacts resulting from the execution of their work activities. + Support Sanofi Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and initiatives to ensure all employees and partners are treated with respect and receive equal opportunities. 3. About you + **Experience** : 5+ years experience in Medical Affairs, ideally with relevant vaccines experience; 3+ years' experience in managing teams; Ability to travel up to 20-30% of the time; Clinical experience; Ideally recognized by other vaccines experts as being expert in infectious diseases or a related discipline; Infectious diseases and/or vaccines experience either from academia/research and/or preferably from the pharma industry with relevant customer knowledge; Strong understanding of the MCO’s Healthcare system + **Soft and technical skills** : Strong business acumen to create compelling and effective Medical strategies that serves to benefit patients, HCPs, and other key external stakeholders; Ability to effectively manage a team; Ability to understand and effectively communicate clinical studies, both interventional and observational; Excellent interpersonal, communication, influencing, and networking skills with an ability to work as part of a cross-functional and multicultural team; Ability to successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously; plan, prioritize and implement actions using a self-dependent and structured working style ; Ability to effectively engage with key external stakeholders and build long-term partnerships with Medical authorities, hospitals, physicians/specialists, opinion leaders and pharmacists; Ability to embrace innovation and analyse information and emerging trends, including social, policy and access-related information, incorporate them into the MCO Medical Plans + **Education** : Doctorate level education: MD or equivalent Medical degree preferred, PhD or PharmD + **Languages** : Advanced or fluent English Why choose us? _Add four standard Sanofi selling points and up to three additional selling points that are specific to the role, team or location._ + 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. + Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. + Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare… **Pursue** _Progress_ . **Discover** _Extraordinary_ . Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Attention to the Phrases Below *Always aimed at the safety and well-being of our employees, proof of COVID-19 vaccination is an essential item for all employees, being present on the list of admission documents. \#LI-LATAM **Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_** Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo) As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live. 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