Country Quality Distribution Transformation Associate - VIE Contract
- Location: Germany, Frankfurt
- Target start date: 01/08/2026
iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28.
PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.
PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please make sure to apply with your personal email address.
About the job
As Country Quality Distribution Transformation Associate VIE within our Country Quality team in Frankfurt, you'll be embedded in a multi-year transformation program - spanning the externalization of our Frankfurt Distribution Center (DC) to an external logistic service provider (3PL), the implementation of a greenfield site also operated by an 3PL, overall transfer activities, and the integration of next-generation supply chain operating models. The Frankfurt DC currently serves as a global distribution hub, supplying Sanofi markets worldwide as well as the German domestic market - making this transformation one of the most strategically significant logistics programs within Sanofi. This VIE assignment offers exceptional exposure to complex, real-world pharmaceutical operations in an international environment.
If you're eager to learn, thrive in dynamic environments, and want to contribute to the future of pharmaceutical distribution in Germany - this is your opportunity.
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About Sanofi
We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system - and innovative pipeline - enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives.
Main responsibilities:
Frankfurt DC Externalization - Live Transformation Experience
- Support post go-live stabilization and quality oversight of 3PL distribution operations.
- Contribute to Quality Technical Agreements (QTAs), governance frameworks, and compliance monitoring
- Gain hands-on experience in agreenfield site implementation- supporting the full transition from Frankfurt site to a new facility and participate in site qualification, transfer activities, and digital tool (I-Shift) program integration.
Supply Chain Transformation - Next-Generation Operating Models
- Distribution Export: Master temperature excursion management and transport validation for export operations.
- ColdStream Replacement: Build expertise in advanced temperature monitoring systems and tracking databases.
- Quality Organization: Design quality frameworks for our new DC operating model and support 4PL transport management transition.
- Hub Transfers: Support global consolidation of SC GSA operations covering Domestic and Export business streams.
Digital (iShift) Program - Cross-Functional Quality Leadership
- Provide strategic quality support across all digital (iShift) workstreams, ensuring quality requirements are embedded from design through execution in this major transformation program.
About you
Experience:
- Previous internships, apprenticeships, or academic projects in pharmaceutical quality, distribution or logistics would be valuable.
Soft and technical skills:
- Ability to work in a structured way, manage priorities, and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.
- Interest in pharmaceutical logistic operations, distribution models, and temperature-controlled logistics with a clear quality focus.
- Basic knowledge of GMP/GDP principles or a strong interest in learning pharmaceutical quality/regulatory frameworks.
Education:
- Master's Degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Quality Management, or a related field.
Languages:
- Fluent in English.
- German language skills at higher level (B or more advanced) are preferred, but only as an asset.
Why choose us?
- Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development.
- Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes.
- Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
- Directly contribute to ensuring patients receive safe, high-quality medicines.
- Be part of one of the most significant logistic/distribution transformations in Sanofi's German operations.
- Work with international teams, global hubs, and cross-functional leaders across Sanofi's worldwide network.
- Benefit from structured onboarding, dedicated mentoring, and access to Sanofi's world-class learning programs.
- A workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and every voice matters - including yours.
iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow.
Sanofi's Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as: marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work.
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