Tax Digital Innovation Lead

Sanofi•Morristown, NJ

About The Position

As Tax Digital Innovation Lead within our Corporate Functions team, you will drive digital transformation and operational excellence across Sanofi's global tax functions. We focus on implementing cutting-edge technologies, optimizing processes, and delivering data-driven solutions that enhance decision-making capabilities and operational efficiency. Our team handles key activities including process optimization and automation initiatives, data analytics and AI solutions, digital transformation project implementation, emerging technologies deployment, cross-functional process excellence coordination, and tax operations modernization. In the context of our expanding scope and digital transformation journey, this role has been created to support upcoming innovation and process excellence initiatives in the Tax North America team as well as other global initiatives within the Tax Solutions team. Under the Head of Tax Innovation & Process Excellence, this position plays a crucial role in coordinating digital initiatives, implementing emerging technologies, and supporting process optimization. The role requires technical expertise combined with strategic thinking to deliver impactful solutions while fostering collaboration across diverse teams. Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Join Sanofi in one of our corporate functions and you can play a vital part in the performance of our entire business while helping to make an impact on millions around the world. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
The ideal candidate brings a combination of digital/technical knowledge and foundational exposure to finance or tax environments — whether through academic background, professional experience, or both
5+ years of combined experience in digital transformation, data analytics, or process improvement, with exposure to finance, tax, or related business functions — whether in a dedicated role or as part of broader responsibilities.
Proven track record in implementing digital transformation initiatives.
Experience in managing cross-functional projects.
Strong background in process optimization and automation.
Demonstrated success in stakeholder management and change management.
Results-oriented with focus on delivering measurable outcomes
Ability to lead by influence and engage cross-functional stakeholders without direct authority
Problem-solving mindset
Cross-functional mindset with ability to connect initiatives across different teams, geographies, and business functions
Innovation-driven problem-solving mindset
People leadership and mentoring abilities
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments
Digital literacy and advanced expertise in data analytics, visualization, and automation
Strong problem-solving capabilities applied to process improvement initiatives
Change management experience in digital transformation contexts
Working knowledge of data platforms and tools such as SQL, Python, and similar technologies
Process improvement and business process re-engineering methodologies (e.g. Agile/Scrum)
Project management methodologies

Nice To Haves

Experience with Dataiku
Experience with Snowflake and Power BI
Knowledge of data governance frameworks
Background in tax processes
Familiarity with internal controls and governance frameworks in finance environments
Master's degree in any of the fields listed above

Responsibilities

Digital Transformation & Process Excellence Support and contribute to complex process improvement initiatives across finance functions
Design and implement innovative solutions leveraging emerging technologies
Provide support to business process re-engineering projects
Develop and maintain governance frameworks
Ensure compliance with internal controls while implementing improvements
Create standardized approaches for process optimization
Data Analytics & AI Design and implement data analytics solutions to enhance operational efficiency
Develop automated reporting and analysis frameworks
Drive data-driven decision-making initiatives
Ensure data governance and quality standards analytical models for process optimization
Coordinate data integration across systems and processes
Management & Implementation Manage cross-functional projects
Coordinate stakeholder relationships and communication
Lead implementation of technical solutions
Provide technical mentoring to junior team members
Monitor project deliverables and success metrics
Drive continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, futurefocused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Make your work count by supporting a company that brings life-changing treatments to millions — and is committed to doing right by patients, communities, and the planet.
Drive progress from within by helping simplify, scale, and modernize how a global biopharma business delivers smarter, faster, and more sustainably.
Make an impact across borders and functions, collaborating with leaders to turn complex challenges into real-world solutions.
Advance your career through stretch roles, cross-functional moves, and development opportunities designed to match your ambition.

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