Business Operation and Marketing Associate - VIE Contract

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Business Operation and Marketing Associate - VIE Contract • Location: Italy, Milano • Target start date: 01/02/2027 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 Business Operation and Marketing Associate VIE within our Vaccines Business Unit in Italy, you’ll have a unique opportunity to gain end-to-end exposure to the Vaccines business, combining operational marketing execution with business unit coordination and PMO support.   Reporting to the local PMO and working closely with Marketing and Sales teams, the candidate will: • contribute to the execution of key commercial initiatives • support business planning and coordination activities at local level • gain visibility on BU strategy and governance, while remaining focused on the Italian organization   This position is ideal for a dynamic and analytical profile eager to develop a broad understanding of pharma business operations in a fast-evolving and strategic area such as Vaccines.   Join the team protecting half a billion lives every year with next-gen science, mRNA innovation, and AI-driven breakthroughs. In Vaccines, you’ll help advance prevention on a global scale - and shape the future of immunization.    Ready to get started?   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:   1. Sales & Marketing Operations: • Support the implementation of the Product Business Plan (PBP) and key marketing initiatives. • Assist in the planning and execution of events, congresses, and sponsorships. • Manage operational processes related to events (e.g. submissions, documentation, compliance checks). • Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Marketing, Sales, Medical) and external partners (agencies, providers). • Support the development and distribution of promotional and communication materials. • Monitor activity timelines, budgets (FCST vs Actual), and ensure operational excellence.   2. Business Operations & PMO Support (Local Scope): • Support the local PMO in tracking key priorities and business initiatives within the Italian Vaccines BU. • Contribute to business planning, reporting, and KPI monitoring. • Help coordinate cross-functional activities at local level (Marketing, Sales, Medical, Market Access). • Ensure follow-up of key action items and support execution of local projects. • Participate in selected cross-functional projects, providing analytical and organizational support. • Gain understanding of Vaccines market dynamics and public health priorities.   About you   Experience: • Previous experience in Sales, Marketing, Business Operations, Consulting or similar, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry. Soft and technical skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. • Proactive mind

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