Head of Data and Artificial Intelligence, Sanofi

• A proven track record of leadership in driving data and AI strategies at a global level
• Deep understanding of data management, analytics, and AI technologies
• Hands-on experience in developing Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence solutions applied to business challenges
• Strong business acumen and the ability to align data and AI initiatives with organizational goals
• Excellent leadership and people management skills, with a focus on fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels
• Experience in managing data privacy, security, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to deal with ambiguity and work in autonomy with limited guidelines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to cultivate effective relationships, and to influence and collaborate internally and externally at all organizational levels
• A passion for innovation, problem-solving, and driving business transformation through data and AI

Desirable

• In this role, you will be responsible for leading our data and AI strategies on a global scale, driving innovation, and unlocking the full potential of data-driven decision-making across our organization
• The Head of Data and Artificial Intelligence is a critical role to effectively manage Data Organization priorities, facilitate the global governance and connect the dots within the Data Team and the rest of the organization to deliver the roadmap
• The Head of Data and Artificial Intelligence role includes components of strategy (understanding and translation of the Data Organization vision and priorities into results), facilitation (enabling the Data org leadership team to work together and getting to decision and action faster), program management (leading highly important projects in white spaces), support delivery of quality work and building bridges (connecting the dots within the Data leadership team and with the rest of the organization)
• Develop and execute a comprehensive data and AI strategy that aligns with our business objectives and supports our global operations
• Provide strategic guidance and thought leadership in leveraging data and AI technologies to drive innovation and create business value
• Lead a diverse team of data scientists, engineers, and analysts, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Identify and evaluate emerging data and AI technologies, tools, and methodologies to ensure the organization stays at the forefront of industry trends
• Drive the implementation of robust data governance practices to ensure data privacy, security, and compliance with applicable regulations
• Ensure that Data Office roadmap is on track and aligned with the evolving priorities of the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize data and AI initiatives that address business needs and deliver tangible outcomes
• Oversee the development and deployment of scalable data infrastructure and analytics platforms to enable efficient and effective data-driven decision-making
• Foster a culture of data literacy and democratization, empowering employees at all levels to harness the power of data and AI in their day-to-day work
• Collaborate with CDO office and other GBUs/Corporate Functions to share information, identify synergies, leverage best practices and to anticipate future topics and future needs of the Global Head of Data and Artificial Intelligence
• Stay abreast of industry advancements, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science, AI, and machine learning, and provide recommendations for their application within the organization