Lead Global Supply Chain capabilities – Planning, Logistics, Global Trade, Warehouse and Inventory, Serialization, Master Data Management and Supply Chain governance capabilities. Directed Supply Chain transformation initiatives – integration of technology in logistics processes, develop Global Trade Control processes, establish cycle count program to ensure inventory accuracy, redefine warehouse strategy to reduce dependence on external warehouses, develop robust end-to-end processes for ERP transaction accuracy. Established Center of Excellence for Global Logistics and Global Trade Control to provide centralized support to Sites, External Supply, and R&D on logistics and trade compliance.Managed all aspects of sourcing activities for global logistics and warehouse service contracts. Expanded the use of Central Warehouse for both domestic and international manufacturing sites, reducing external warehouse footprint.Lead and implement supply chain governance tools (using Hosin Kanri methodology and KPIs) to provide visibility on supply chain projects and performance. Instituted governance model for periodic review of supply chain initiatives and key performance metrics. Develop and mentor team members, fostering their professional growth and enhancing overall departmental performance. Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging operational excellence training and certification for team.

Lead team related to strategic or tactical purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing, or shipping/receiving. Continuously identify and address any potential supply risks and build appropriate mitigation strategies and contingency plans to avoid such risks.Lead and collaborate with global teams for initiatives to harmonize and drive sourcing efficiency, demand planning and inventory optimization across Emergent sites

Develop a ‘center led’ procurement organization and implement strategic initiatives to optimize procurement processes and improve supplier relationships. Successfully implemented a centralized purchasing system, and negotiated total spend of $50Mn with key pharma companies, securing recurring savings of $4.00Mn for the company.Implement demand planning methodologies and systems, including roll-out of S&OP processes to drive increase in forecast accuracy and reduced stock-outs. Developed long terms strategic sourcing strategies for key products considering demand and supply market scenarios – implemented sourcing strategies from Low-Cost Countries (India).Work as SME for supply chain processes in SAP – including ownership of master data, SOX compliance and regulatory inspections (FDA, ISO, Health Canada, etc.).Collaborate with key business, legal and finance stakeholders to assess and develop strategies to minimize or mitigate business impact of supply chain issues. Established supply chain de-risking program through AVD (Alternate Vendor Development) and Inventory Norms compliance initiatives. Reduced supply chain spend risk from 87% to 66% in year 1.Continuously identify and address any potential supply risks and build appropriate mitigation strategies and contingency plans to avoid such risks. Inventory optimized and reduced by $3Mn over 12 months’ period, improving working capital.

Responsible for end-to-end supply chain operations – order management to delivery, and business process owner for O2C and P2P processes. Established from ground-up supply chain function with capable and efficient team to support 10X business growth.Led Sales & Operations Planning meetings in collaboration with Sales, Finance and Operations teams. Maintained >98% On Time Delivery to customers continuously for 5 Years period.Lead External Supply function for outsourced products – ensuring production and delivery as per business plan.Directly responsible for overall spending of more than $25 Mn. Spending is managed through competitive bid process, value assessment, strategic vendor contracts, relationships and vendor performance. Implemented strategies to optimize inventory levels for raw materials and finished goods to ensure smooth operations with optimal working capital.Manage logistics and delivery processes to ensure transport regulation compliance (NAFTA, Air Cargo Security Program, C-TPAT, customs, etc.) and meet delivery objectives.Supported project team with USFDA approval and launch of two new products (1 medical device and 1 drug product).

• Operational Excellence (2008 – 2012)• Commercial & Distribution (2005-2007)• Demand Planner (2002 – 2005)• SAP Implementation (2000 – 2002)• Logistics (1997 – 2000)