Hari Chittampally

Experience

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  Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

  Feb 2010 - May 2015

  Manager Strategic Sourcing - Packaging Materials

  ✅ Formulated innovative Strategies for R&D Packaging Material Sourcing for Oral Solids, Liquids, Oncology, Derma and Injectable Projects✅ Oversaw the Supply of Artwork for all the Markets, Change Parts, New Molds, and Device Developments, in adherence to Regulatory/GMP Requirements (Food Grade, DMF, Combination Product Requirements, 510k, etc.) and maintained Business Continuity ✅ Played a key role in Plastic Molds Development, Packaging Material Development for USA / EU / ROW / Domestic Markets including Artwork & Specifications as well as Packaging Materials Procurement for R&D / New Launches✅ Led Techno-Commercial Discussions with CFTs / Vendors and provisioning of required technical & regulatory compliances related to the facility✅ Oversaw Documentation, and TSE/BSE Certificates as per Vendor Qualification/ Requalification SOP for adherence to compliances ✅ Front-led Cost Improvement Projects, New& Alternate Vendor Development for R&D and Commercial Departments✅ Assisted the Packaging Development/ QA /QC/RA/IP Departments by facilitating documents & amp; information they required for Audits. Maintained the complete documentation as per Internal SOPs and supported Internal / External Auditors✅ Built healthy, growing (win‐win) Business Relationships with Partners/Vendors, and ensured Vendors were qualified/approved as per the Quality Systems, Quality & Supply Agreements were initiated for all Packaging Material Sources of all markets before EB Execution✅ Identified gaps in Packaging Material, Structural, and Technology and provided appropriate solutions✅ Oversaw the Preparation of Packaging Component Specifications and STP for various Packaging Materials as per guidelines✅ Effectively addressed deficiency, material/vendor/product approvals, etc. from the respective business partners Show less

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  Novartis

  May 2015 - Aug 2017

  DSM ASSOCIATE - SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

  ✅ Managed end-to-end operational responsibility for assigned supply chain, complex projects and network activities.✅ Collaborated with cross‐functional teams, to address complex issues, and ensure the timely delivery of products, processes & procedures✅ Spearheaded Demand and Supply planning from Primary Packs to Drug Products and Drug Substances for assigned projects✅ Monitored project inventory level and took strategic decisions on write‐off/extension✅ Chaired the: Clinical Demand Planning Meetings and coordinated delivery of DS, DP, PP and CFG according to the plan Clinical Demand vs. Supply Meeting with all the Clinical Sites & Supply Chain Managers to monitor the Clinical Finished Goods deliveries and timelines✅ Drove DSM Agenda at TRD Sub-team to ensure demand fulfillment (supply/ regulatory aspects)✅ Planned budget for associated external costs for Artworks, Booklets, Comparators, and Commercial Drug Products and issues related to Grants and Purchase Orders✅ Coordinated and maintained the DSM Project Budget in SUCCEED (Planned and Actual Costs)✅ Steered Cultural Evolution and Change Management. Drove a culture of exceptional performance and continuous improvement, enabling innovative competitive, compliant, and consistent delivery of objectives of teams, projects, networks or platforms✅ Oversaw Demand & Supply vs. Inventory in Drug Supply Management, forecasted the demand for a Clinical Study for the Drug Product, Drug Substance & Clinical Finished Goods Show less

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  AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD

  Aug 2017 - May 2023

  ✅ Spearheaded Strategic Sourcing, Vendor Management, New & Alternate Vendor Development for R&D and Commercials✅ Reviewed and monitored the Supplies/Delivery Timelines along with the CFTs to align the commercial and business priorities✅ Directed Cost Improvement Projects / Import Sources to Domestic, Sustainability Projects, Calculation based Pricing – RM Sources from the Standard Sites for targeted benefits, financial savings✅ Improved OTIF from 37% to 98 % through Digital Transformation. Ensured On Time In Full availability of all the Packaging Materials (Domestic and Import) as required for all the Manufacturing Units✅ Liaised with the Finance Team to check the costing/ viability of Products and cost improvements to proceed with further R&D development✅ Led New Product Development, New Vendor Identification, and Qualification till Commercialization as per all the GMP Practices✅ Built mutually beneficial relationships with partners/vendors and ensured that vendors are approved as per QA Systems/SOPs✅ Reviewed the vendor’s performance and shared the feedback based on agreed SLAs. Facilitated monthly Quality Meetings between vendors and PD till the closure of action points, assisted approved vendors in improving their capacities/ capabilities✅ Ensured Any Time Audit Readiness / Agreements, S&OP / Monthly Plan vs Actual Meeting Representation with data✅ Negotiated on development timelines along with commercial terms for mold and device development✅ Motivated and guided team members to improve their sourcing skills, and enhance their potential, productivity & efficiency✅ Instrumental in building teams and developing leadership skills among the team members to overcome complex challenges Show less

  • DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER – PACKAGING MATERIAL – PURCHASE

    Sept 2022 - May 2023

  • Deputy General Manager

    Aug 2017 - May 2023

  • Assistant General Manager

    Oct 2020 - Sept 2022

  • Senior Manager, Purchase

    Aug 2017 - Oct 2020
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  Shilpa Biologicals Private Limited / Shilpa Medicare Limited

  Aug 2023 - now

  Deputy General Manager Supply Chain Management

  ✅ Instrumental in evolving procurement strategy, SCM practices and process transformations for best-in-class global supply chain management, OTIF deliveries and no stoppage of the production line, R&D and project work.✅ Maintaining the continuity of Direct/ Indirect Material Supply for Manufacturing Operations (cGMP) at the Facility by managing suppliers, engaging with site stakeholders and global support teams✅ Tracking the Delivery Timelines with the PPIC Team for Commercial Products and with the PMO Team for R&D Development Products✅ Coordinating with: BD Team for new product selection, upcoming launches, and sales projections of existing Commercial Products Legal team for the signing of CDA, NDA and Supply Agreements with Vendors Finance & BD Teams for cost feasibility of Products, for R&D Development, and Cost Improvement of Commercial Products✅ Driving Cost Improvement, Alternate Source Identification and Vendor Qualification to Lead till Implementation✅ Establishing Common Processes, Policies, SOPs and ERPs as per Purchase Policy, overseeing Procurement to Payments (P2P) Process✅ Establishing partnerships with global suppliers/vendors for cost-effective purchase, prompt resolution of Material Quality Issues✅ Negotiating with suppliers, evaluating quotations and finalising contracts/ agreements with the best terms and conditions✅ Maintaining optimal inventory levels to maximize inventory turns and avoid stock out situation✅ Planning Warehouse Systems and implementing JIT/FIFO Concepts for safe storage, distribution of components /parts/ materials to specified plant locations/warehouses✅ Facilitating preparation of MIS Reports/ Dashboards to provide access to procurement information and support critical decision-making✅ Ascertaining strict compliance with all Regulatory requirements, clearances and approvals in all operating markets✅ Leading and monitoring the performance of team members, empowering people to deliver their best Show less