Tender Executive? VIE Contract _Location:_ _United Kingdom,_ _Reading_ _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_ _Tender Executive_ _VIE_ _within our Trade Channels, you will learn and contribute to cross-functional teamworking activities before, during and after tender submissions, as well as gain exposure to the management of key Vaccine Business Unit national contracts. You will report to the Tender Lead who will provide mentorship and guidance while supporting the Vaccines Franchise Teams. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop commercial acumen, project management skills, and build a strong foundation for a career in the pharmaceutical industry._ _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: Assist in the completion of Qualification Questionnaires within required timescales, gradually taking on more responsibility with guidance. Support the development of tender responses under supervision, learning Agile methodology and cross-functional collaboration. Participate in tender submission processes including workshops and pricing meetings to develop understanding of the end-to-end process. Learn the process for managing awarded contracts, framework agreements and contract extensions. Support liaison with Customer Supply Chain Lead, Demand Planning Lead and Pricing Administrators to understand how contract pricing and purchase orders are managed in Systems Applications and Products (SAP). Help maintain contract awards/decline information and learn to use the Global Tender Management Excellence database (TME). Develop skills in handling enquiries from stakeholders regarding contracts. Support cross-functional communication plans and monitor delivery KPI adherence. Assist with collection of Social Value metrics for contract commitments and help compile reports for Authorities. About you Experience: Basic understanding of commercial environments, with interest in pharmaceuticals/vaccines. Soft and technical skills: Strong interpersonal skills and eagerness to build relationships across diverse teams. Willingness to learn and develop influencing skills. Customer-oriented mindset with interest in understanding customer needs. Good time management and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Analytical mindset with attention to detail. Interest in tenders and procurement processes. Adaptability and eagerness to learn in an international business environment. Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Life Sciences, Healthcare Management or related field. Languages: Fluent English (written and verbal). 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. Share knowledge with leading scientists, engineers, and experts in a purpose-driven community dedicated to protecting millions worldwide. Be part of a company that believes in the future with significant investment annually in manufacturing innovation. Help create sustainable vaccine solutions, from reducing carbon emissions in production to increasing global access to life-saving immunizations. Gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art digital and AI-powered manufacturing facilities, where you can be part of industry-leading advancements. 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. \LI-EUR Pursue _progress_, discover _extraordinary_ Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement (https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers/global-terms-and-conditions/) Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo) As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live. All in for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Sanofi - YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=2s)