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Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Brantford, Ontario, Canada

• Expertly led and managed the logistics department for over a year, even in resource-constrained conditions. Directed the daily operations of a four-member team, offering guidance, training, and necessary resources to ensure efficient task execution and successful project completion.• Detailed understanding and hands on experience on SAP MRP - Analysis, review and implementation including understanding of consumption coefficients for planned production, reviewing raw material requirements vs. inventories, and proposing and coordinating purchase plans.• Worked on various LOG related deviations and effectively closed them in time to avoid delays in production plans.• Contribute and participate in continuous improvement initiatives and overall team success in accordance with company policies.

Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Management and Reporting• Orchestrated numerous new product development projects, guiding them from their inception in the R&D phase through to commercial production, thereby facilitating timely product launches for the organization.• Effectively ensured the uninterrupted supply of raw materials for production use throughout the challenging COVID period, despite severe disruptions in the supply chain. Achieved this by nurturing strong supplier relationships and promptly conveying feedback to both suppliers and management.• Prepared and presented complex regulatory requirements report for various APIS (i.e. PER, ATP) which assisted other departments to plan various activities for effective vendor evaluation and successful DMF submission. Sourcing and Purchasing• Accomplished the sourcing of critical raw materials, particularly Advanced Intermediates, for API manufacturing. This achievement not only led to significant cost savings but also accelerated product development, ultimately resulting in an early product launch.• Negotiated and finalized bulk quantity contracts with suppliers of various solvents resulting in cost savings while maintaining continuous supply of the material. Planning and Analysis• Worked on and finalized product lead-times for all Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) through coordination with production planning group and suppliers which resulted in minimum working capital investment while maintaining continuous supply of goods.• Analyzed criticality of the requirement of Purified water, and immediately initiated sourcing/procurement of water, arranging early delivery of the material resulting in scheduled production.

Brantford, Ontario

The following represents a concise overview of broad experience in above-indicated positions:• Successfully managed multiple projects of sourcing and procurement of critical and complex commodities and services of superior quality at the lowest possible cost through effective negotiations for use in R&D and manufacturing of pharmaceutical products (API). • Effectively handled the vendor portfolio, encompassing vendor evaluation, management and on-time delivery, consistently prioritizing cost reduction, alternate sourcing strategies, and compliance with regulatory requirements for GMP raw materials.• Participated in various new product development meetings and ensured that raw material delivery and cost are in-line with production and fiscal plans and provide necessary support to other departments. • Coordinated with the Import/Export group to ensure that goods purchased outside of Canada and relevant shipping documentation are in compliance with applicable regulations, including Controlled Substances Act, Dangerous Goods, and Customs Tariffs• Liaised with accounting to resolve costing/billing issues relating to purchase orders.• Monitored and reviewed feedback from Materials Management, QC and Process groups to assess problems with respect to the production requirements of both raw materials and intermediates. • Offer cross functional support to other departments - accounting/finance, inventory control, Regulatory Affairs, Analytical R&D, Process R&D, Quality Assurance etc.• Core member for implementation and departmental troubleshooting for various companywide projects/initiatives like Track wise system, SAP, Streamlining of NPD (New product development) processes etc.• Support Quality Assurance/operations on all non-compliance issues to minimize cost and service impact, through effective return replacement, credits.• Contribute and participate in continuous improvement initiatives and overall team success in accordance with company policies.

Brantford, Ontario

• Sourced and procured Advanced Intermediates, Excipients, Specialty Chemicals, solvents, and other essential materials for both the manufacturing unit and R&D Centre. Managed all materials used in the production of an API, from the R&D stage to commercialization.• Collaborated closely with the R&D team in the development of new products, including both generic and innovator drugs.• Monitored and improved weekly reporting activities, emphasizing the creation of detailed and focused reports.• Conducted extensive and ongoing reviews of the production plan in comparison to open purchase orders, ensuring the continuous supply of goods and services by establishing and maintaining high-quality supplier relationships.• Procure materials by utilizing existing contracts and if require Liaise with business partners and vendors, execute complex analysis, define user requirements, identify issues and root cause of problems, and develop and implement solutions.• Actively participated in the request for quote process, vendor screening, and pre-contract consultations, with a special focus on vendor and supplier evaluation, management, and development.• Played a key role in cross-functional teams to finalize standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each activity.• Coordinated with the Legal Department to complete and enter into CDA/Supply agreements with vendors.• Obtained weekly MRP demands and materials shortage reports, managing inventory levels, overages/shortages, and daily scheduling to prevent production line disruptions.• Managed the uninterrupted flow of materials in a timely manner, aligning with forecast requirements and actual sales orders to support customer orders and production schedules.• Actively contributed to and participated in continuous improvement initiatives, promoting overall team success in accordance with company policies.

Diploma In Procurement And Supply Chain Management

Diploma In Advanced Computing, Computer Programming/Programmer

Modules: 1. Object Orientedtechnologies (C++, UML) 2. Programming in Visual C++ 3. Programming in Visual Basic 4. Core Java 5. Enterprise.

Bachelor Of Engineering, Chemical, Distinction