Robert Brooks Email & Phone Number

Uk Based - Globally Deployed

I've been involved with BioPhorum (aka BPOG) for nearly 4 years now and have been a full time employee for over a year. I was originally involved in the Technology Roadmap (TRM) and was part of the team that delivered the 1st Edition published in 2018 - coordinating the production of the Supplier Relationship Management section. After which I was promoted to become the Phorum Lead for the new Supply Partner Phorum and have been responsible for it's evolution into the industry's significant… Show more I've been involved with BioPhorum (aka BPOG) for nearly 4 years now and have been a full time employee for over a year. I was originally involved in the Technology Roadmap (TRM) and was part of the team that delivered the 1st Edition published in 2018 - coordinating the production of the Supplier Relationship Management section. After which I was promoted to become the Phorum Lead for the new Supply Partner Phorum and have been responsible for it's evolution into the industry's significant collaboration space between biomanufacturers and their key suppliers working to improve operations across the in-bound supply chain space - between the supplier base and the manufacturing operations. I enjoy using my experience in the Biopharmaceutical industry and my passion about the opportunities for collaboration to drive the changes needed to transform performance - for the good of the companies involved and their patients. Please feel free to email me through LinkedIn.At the BioPhorum, our mission is to CONNECT biopharmaceutical organizations, provide an effective environment for the community to COLLABORATE on shared issues and ACCELERATE improvement across the industry.Our values;►Shared needs - ours are deep collaborations focused on the biopharma industry►Trust and equitability - we make it our business to ensure discussions are open, peer to peer, equal and happen in a sales free environment►Relevant and rapid responses – with priority to new and emerging challenges►Proactive support - we understand current needs, by creating the right collaborations and finding the answers to the most challenging questionshttp://www.biophorum.com Show less

Uk - Oxfordshire

Leveraging over 25 years of experience in R&D, Manufacturing Operations, Commercial Fulfillment and Supply Chain and Logistics primarily for the Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industry - offering a 'boutique' consulting service to support Supply Chain Risk Management. Able to provide interesting case studies and present on current issues and targeted research and report writing.

Oxfordshire, England

Recruited to help Achilles develop new business in the pharmaceutical & healthcare industry including medical devices and diagnostics. I am responsible for developing and implementing the strategy to bring Achilles' supplier qualification, risk, compliance and due diligence solutions to the sector and creating new 'communities' of Buyer and Supplier organisations working with Achilles as the neutral third party managing the information gathering and maintenance and assessment processes for the… Show more Recruited to help Achilles develop new business in the pharmaceutical & healthcare industry including medical devices and diagnostics. I am responsible for developing and implementing the strategy to bring Achilles' supplier qualification, risk, compliance and due diligence solutions to the sector and creating new 'communities' of Buyer and Supplier organisations working with Achilles as the neutral third party managing the information gathering and maintenance and assessment processes for the benefit of the sector.Created a network of senior procurement contacts (CPO level) at most of the Top 20 Pharma (which includes those described as Life Science and Biotechnology) companies. Created brand awareness of Achilles across the sector - by professional meetings, working with sector related organisations and events, writing trade press articles and creating the Pharma CPO Roundtable discussion group meetings (4 held over last 14 months). Show less

Sovereign House, Sittingbourne, Kent, Uk

Role transitioned with the creation of AbbVie from Abbott - see below for more detailed description.

Sovereign House, Sittingbourne, Kent, Uk

Member of the Global Sourcing Team within the Abbott corporate function 'Global Purchasing Services' reporting to Corporate Finance EVP.The role:Identifying and assessing spend categories at Global, Regional and Country level for sourcing opportunitiesPlanning and implementing Strategic Sourcing Projects focused on reducing the 'Total Cost of Ownership' Savings target for each individual Strategic Sourcing Category Manager = >$2MM each P&L year (validated… Show more Member of the Global Sourcing Team within the Abbott corporate function 'Global Purchasing Services' reporting to Corporate Finance EVP.The role:Identifying and assessing spend categories at Global, Regional and Country level for sourcing opportunitiesPlanning and implementing Strategic Sourcing Projects focused on reducing the 'Total Cost of Ownership' Savings target for each individual Strategic Sourcing Category Manager = >$2MM each P&L year (validated savings) Managing matrix projects involving team members across multiple disciplines and country affiliatesManaging senior level stakeholders across the Abbott Strategic Business Units (Divisions) and Country affiliates Show less

Oxfordshire, England

I managed the The Global Customer Fulfilment Group, reporting to the Global Head of Supply Chain for Abbott Diabetes Care. The Group was formed when in 2007 when the UK Customer Fulfilment Group merged with staff located both in the USA, responsibilities and achievements included:1. Relationship management with the Abbott affiliate network, manufacturing sites and suppliers of logistics services specifically:• International distribution from the UK - contract had $4MM… Show more I managed the The Global Customer Fulfilment Group, reporting to the Global Head of Supply Chain for Abbott Diabetes Care. The Group was formed when in 2007 when the UK Customer Fulfilment Group merged with staff located both in the USA, responsibilities and achievements included:1. Relationship management with the Abbott affiliate network, manufacturing sites and suppliers of logistics services specifically:• International distribution from the UK - contract had $4MM budget.• EMEA distribution from ADD Delkenheim budget was $9MM.2. Order management and Fulfilment to support $1.4 Billion dollar sales plan.3. Customer service – global availability for all ADC products (600-700 active sku’s).4. Efficient supply chain operation – Lead times and cost.5. Operational Improvements – $3MM cost improvement programme for 2009.6. Quality Hold and product returns.7. On the site Senior Leadership Team for the simplification program that delivered savings of $8MM pa Show less

Oxfordshire, England

Following the merger and acquisition of a competitor company called Therasense - Abbott created the standalone Division - Abbott Diabetes Care. The Operations Support Team (see below) was reorganised into the Customer Fulfilment Group (CFG), (customer service, order management and logistics with demand analysis). In 2005 CFG had a significant role in maintaining business continuity during a major site move from Abingdon to Witney (1,500 staff and all production equipment moved 22 miles to a new… Show more Following the merger and acquisition of a competitor company called Therasense - Abbott created the standalone Division - Abbott Diabetes Care. The Operations Support Team (see below) was reorganised into the Customer Fulfilment Group (CFG), (customer service, order management and logistics with demand analysis). In 2005 CFG had a significant role in maintaining business continuity during a major site move from Abingdon to Witney (1,500 staff and all production equipment moved 22 miles to a new facility) and business consolidation delivering an annual saving of $18MM whilst supporting the sales achievement of $1B. Show less

Oxfordshire, England

Summary:Managed Operations Support Team in UK through the operational realisation of 5 new strip products and 1 new meter (Xceed) launch for Precision products representing 60% of all ADC product sales volume (>$500Million).Details:Operations Support Manager, responsible for operational/final assembly changes to on market products, new products and operational improvements into the Finishing Group. Key role in planning NPI’s through the supply chain. Line management… Show more Summary:Managed Operations Support Team in UK through the operational realisation of 5 new strip products and 1 new meter (Xceed) launch for Precision products representing 60% of all ADC product sales volume (>$500Million).Details:Operations Support Manager, responsible for operational/final assembly changes to on market products, new products and operational improvements into the Finishing Group. Key role in planning NPI’s through the supply chain. Line management responsibility for 6 reports (4 Graduate Engineers/Scientists/Project managers and 2 Technical Administrators). Projects have included IVDD compliance, new product launches and equipment installation and validation. I received a VP’s award for outstanding contributions to the site preparation for FDA audit.Achievements:• Maintenance of over 500 final on-market product configurations• Launch of 2 new major meter products across these configurations• Launch of 1 new strip platform across these configurations• Managed impact of transition of meter production off shore - Thailand• Improved site capability to receive US FDA compliance inspection• Managed the installation of production equipment required for capacity expansion Show less

Oxfordshire, England

Summary:Responsible for the delivery of the DTI’s ‘BIO-WISE’ Industrial support programme; won competitive tender for major contract worth £4.5M over 2 years; won follow on contract for £5.5M over further 2 years; managed the delivery of the Programme to the satisfaction of the customer and exceeded AEAT profit expectationsDetails:Programme Manager Reporting to the MD of AccentusProgramme Team of ~40 staff located across 2 major business divisions of AEAT, responsible… Show more Summary:Responsible for the delivery of the DTI’s ‘BIO-WISE’ Industrial support programme; won competitive tender for major contract worth £4.5M over 2 years; won follow on contract for £5.5M over further 2 years; managed the delivery of the Programme to the satisfaction of the customer and exceeded AEAT profit expectationsDetails:Programme Manager Reporting to the MD of AccentusProgramme Team of ~40 staff located across 2 major business divisions of AEAT, responsible for representing the Programme to senior industry (across the UK) and Government and for reporting on the £13M Programme internally to senior AEAT management.Achievements:• Won competitive tender for major contract worth £4.5M over 2 years• Won follow on contract for £5.5M over further 2 years• Managed the delivery of the Programme to the satisfaction of the customer and exceeded AEAT profit expectations.• Assessed applications for £3M worth of grant aid for technical projects and managed the delivery of the projects awarded grants• Successfully transferred the Programme from the Accentus Business Unit to the AEAT Environment Business Unit Show less

Oxfordshire, England

Summary:This was my first post-doctoral position. I was promoted within the Department from Research Scientist to Senior Scientist to Department Manager in 1998. Responsible for the management of the Biosciences Department, 35 staff, £3.5 Million turnover with business activities in: GLP studies for pre-clinical toxicology; Bioprocess development and contract production of ‘biologicals’; Orthopaedic implant testing and coating. I held this position for nearly a year whilst the previous… Show more Summary:This was my first post-doctoral position. I was promoted within the Department from Research Scientist to Senior Scientist to Department Manager in 1998. Responsible for the management of the Biosciences Department, 35 staff, £3.5 Million turnover with business activities in: GLP studies for pre-clinical toxicology; Bioprocess development and contract production of ‘biologicals’; Orthopaedic implant testing and coating. I held this position for nearly a year whilst the previous Department Manger was involved in a takeover of another facility. In 1999 I was offered the position of Programme Manager for the BIO-WISE contract with the DTI.Achievements:Promoted from Research Scientist to Department Manager over period of 9 years.Proven track record of delivering a profit on projects managedProven track record of winning repeat and new business/customersExamples of Project Work:1998 – Fermentation and Cell Culture Facilities AEA Technology: Responsible for the day-to-day management of the small scale (up to 100 L vessel) contract production facilities. Brought in ~£0.5M new business.1997-1998 Core Team Member - Laboratory Support Services at SmithKline Beecham, Harlow, Essex: Set up team of over 50 scientists and support staff to provide SKB research groups with required services and technical support (cell culture, calibration/standards, operation of analytical equipment). Successful project the contract was extended and re awarded to AEA Technology to continue to provide this valuable service. Value £3M pa1995-1997 Contract Research – Applications of Antisense RNA:Contracted by Pfizer to develop the techniques and practices for using antisense RNA technology for drug development programmes. A number of rapid assay procedures were developed and transferred to become ‘Pfizer’ in-house techniques. Also research was conducted on a number of genes to determine their suitability as drug targets. Value £2.5M Show less

Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Microbiology & Genetics - Gene Transfer In The Environment, Ph.D

Activities and Societies: Played Football, Cricket and 'Stool Ball' for the Glass House Crops Research Institute which was my industrial.

Bachelor’S Degree, Microbiology, 2.I (Hons)

Activities and Societies: President of the Microbiology Society, Player for University football teams (mainly the glorious 3rd 11).