Head of Vaccines Israel

• Location: Yakum, Israel
• Hybrid Work 60% office based, 40% remote
• Job type: Permanent, Full-time
  
  

About The Job

Join Sanofi in Israel within our multi country organization (MCO) Central and South Europe and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions of people´s life around the world.

Head of Vaccines Israel - Leadership Opportunity at Sanofi

We're seeking a dynamic leader to spearhead Sanofi's Vaccines business in Israel, a thriving operation with net sales above €40M and an exciting growth trajectory including an additional potential with protection agains RSV launch in 2025. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to shape the future of vaccines in one of our key markets.

As the Head of Vaccines Israel, you'll drive our transformation agenda within the MCO Central and South Europe region, leading an integrated strategy to maximize sales growth through product differentiation, strategic promotion, and enhanced public health program engagement. You'll be instrumental in launching our innovative portfolio and creating sustainable healthcare solutions while building strong stakeholder relationships across the Israeli healthcare ecosystem.

This position offers a seat at the MCO Vaccines Leadership team, where you'll collaborate with regional and global teams to drive business excellence. The ideal candidate will excel in stakeholder management, demonstrate strong business acumen, and have a proven track record in healthcare leadership.

Main Responsibilities

• Within the assigned geography, responsible for executing customer-facing activities in alignment with the strategy set by the MCO GM, with the aim to deliver P&L against target and grow top line while ensuring a healthy BOI through careful resources allocation
• Ensure the strong partnership relation within the respective country
• Manages country resources allocation within budget and dedicated envelop including launch plan (where applicable)
• Advisor to the MCO on the definition of the most adapted customer journey, to achieve targets, and responsible for local adaptation and execution through direct management of the customer facing teams
• Responsible for implementation of initiatives to improve go to market approach
• Within the assigned priorities, shape country environment to ensure access to innovation and sustainability for patients we serve, propose and execute country specific initiatives (go to market transformation, launch business case proposal) and secure optimal frame conditions for Sanofi, and oversee that the affiliate has effective and aligned pricing and reimbursement strategies in place
• Align the local organization to the defined blueprint with local Country Lead Functions and centralized hubs and mutualized support functions capabilities within the MCO
• Role model and champion Take The Lead, corporate commitments, and compliance guidelines.
• Foster people engagement, and continuously develop team, talents, and capabilities
• Ensure the full alignment with the Pharma Head Israel
• As member of the Vaccines MCO leadership team, contribute actively to the success of the International Vaccines Region and Sanofi overall.
  
  

Experience

About you

• Proven track record of performance in managing business operations in complex and demanding industries
• Experience outside of Israel in a multi country environment is a plus
• Deep understanding of local commercial operations, market needs, and dynamics
• Digital experience with a customer-facing approach and go-to-market expertise
• Experience leading and inspiring small operational teams
• Solid operational marketing, sales, and digital experience
  
  

Soft Skills

• Transformative leader and value creator with the ability to adapt to new ways of working, such as Agile methodologies
• Capacity to challenge the status quo to enhance business efficiency
• Strong negotiation skills, particularly in external partnerships and alliances
• Exceptional at building trusting relationships across ecosystems
• High levels of business partnering and stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
  
  

Technical Skills

• Strong business acumen for speed and flawless execution
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence applications in business contexts
• Ability to implement and manage customer relationship management systems
  
  

Languages

• Fluent in English and Hebrew, with the ability to communicate effectively in both languages
  
  

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 through promotions, lateral moves, or international assignments, your professional journey is in your hands.
• Enjoy a thoughtfully crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family with our wide range of health and wellbeing benefits: high-quality healthcare coverage; Wellness programs; 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave; Employee Assistance Program offering free, confidential counseling and others
• At Sanofi, we're not just offering a job – we're inviting you to be part of a mission to improve lives through the power of science. Join us in making a difference!
• Company car available
  
  

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, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

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nullPursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and 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, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.