ph3Position Summary /h3 pThe IIoT, Industry 4.0 Industrial AI – Innovation Expert is a senior technical and strategic leadership role responsible for defining and driving Sanofi Digital MS digital manufacturing foundation across its global industrial network. /p pThe role combines deep hands‑on expertise with executive leadership, bridging Operational Technology (OT), Information Technology (IT), industrial data platforms, cloud technologies, and emerging digital capabilities. The objective is to transform manufacturing data into trusted, contextualized, and AI‑ready business assets that support operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and long‑term innovation. /p pThis position serves as a trusted advisor to Manufacturing, Engineering, Digital, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Data, and Executive Leadership teams, ensuring that technology investments become scalable enterprise capabilities rather than isolated initiatives. /p h3Mission /h3 pBuild and govern the industrial digital foundation that enables Sanofi to accelerate smart manufacturing through connected platforms, trusted industrial data, and emerging technologies. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 bStrategic Leadership /b ul liDefine the long‑term vision and roadmap for Industrial Digital Platforms and Smart Manufacturing. /li liExplore and Evaluate technology trends and translate innovation into practical business capabilities. /li liSupport executive decision‑making through technical and strategic guidance. /li /ul bEnterprise Architecture and Platform Governance /b ul liDefine and govern the reference architecture connecting shopfloor systems, industrial networks, cloud platforms, and enterprise applications. /li liEstablish standards for industrial connectivity, data models, contextualization, and platform integration. /li liCreate reusable architectures, technical standards, deployment models, and governance frameworks. /li /ul bIndustrial Connectivity and Data Strategy /b ul liLead the evolution of Sanofi's Plant Connectivity program. /li liDrive architecture and standards for IIoT, OPC UA, MQTT, Sparkplug B, Unified Namespace, edge computing, industrial historians, and industrial data platforms. /li liEnsure industrial data is reliable,



contextualized, and reusable across the organization. /li /ul bProduct Ownership and Delivery /b ul liTranslate business needs into technical capabilities and platform roadmaps. /li liGuide implementation teams and prioritize strategic initiatives. /li liDefine platform scalability, reliability, security, and operational requirements. /li /ul bTechnology Evaluation and Innovation /b ul liLead assessments, proof‑of‑concepts, and vendor evaluations. /li liDrive adoption of Industrial AI, Agentic AI, MCP ecosystems, Digital Twins, AR/VR, simulation technologies, and advanced analytics where they create measurable business value. /li liValidate technical assumptions and challenge vendor proposals using real manufacturing requirements. /li /ul bCross‑Functional Leadership /b ul liBridge Manufacturing, Engineering, Digital, Architecture, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, and Data organizations. /li liCommunicate complex technical concepts to executive leadership and business stakeholders. /li liPromote alignment across global teams and strategic programs. /li /ul h3Leadership Expectations /h3 bThe Successful Candidate Will /b ul liProvide technical leadership for global manufacturing transformation. /li liInfluence without direct authority. /li liBalance innovation with operational reliability and regulatory expectations. /li liMentor teams and establish scalable organizational capabilities. /li liConnect business strategy with technology execution. /li /ul h3Required Expertise /h3 pThe ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise across the industrial technology landscape, including: /p ul liIndustrial IoT (IIoT) and Industry 4.0 /li liIndustrial Automation and IT/OT convergence /li liSCADA, Historians, MES, and ERP integration /li liOPC UA, MQTT, Sparkplug B,



and Unified Namespace /li liIndustrial networking and edge computing /li liIndustrial data platforms and cloud‑native architectures /li liData contextualization and enterprise integration /li liIndustrial AI, Agentic AI, MCP, and Digital Twins /li liAR/VR and simulation technologies /li liEnterprise Architecture and Technical Governance /li liProduct Ownership and Platform Strategy /li liVendor evaluation and technology roadmapping /li /ul h3Preferred Experience /h3 ul liExtensive experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, or other regulated manufacturing industries. /li liProven success leading global digital manufacturing initiatives. /li liStrong background in enterprise‑scale industrial platforms. /li liExperience working with executive leadership and cross‑functional general teams. /li liDemonstrated ability to evaluate and implement emerging technologies. /li liConsulting, architecture, or practice leadership experience is highly desirable. /li /ul h3Critical Success Factors /h3 pSuccess in this role requires a rare combination of capabilities: /p ul liDeep technical expertise with hands‑on credibility. /li liStrong enterprise architecture and governance skills. /li liExecutive presence and strategic thinking. /li liProduct ownership and delivery focus. /li liAbility to bridge IT and OT environments. /li liAbility to translate innovation into business outcomes. /li liStrong collaboration and influence across global organizations. /li liContinuous curiosity and passion for emerging technologies. /li /ul h3Why This Role Is Critical /h3 pSanofi's manufacturing future depends on connected platforms, trusted industrial data, and scalable digital capabilities. /p pThis role provides the leadership required to unify industrial architectures, establish global standards, guide technology investments, and prepare the organization for Industrial AI and next‑generation manufacturing. /p pBy connecting the shop floor with enterprise platforms and future digital capabilities, this position enables a secure, scalable, and modern manufacturing ecosystem that supports operational excellence, compliance, and continuous innovation. /p p#BarcelonaHub #SanofiHubs /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 IIoT, Industry 4.0 & Industrial AI - Innovation Expert (Barcelona)
🏢 Sanofi
📍 Barcelona