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Prashant Deshpande

@prashantdeshpande

Supply Chain Manager at Novartis managing clinical trial supply activities, from planning and manufacturing through distribution.

India

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At Novartis, I manage end-to-end supply activities for clinical trial projects, including supply planning, packaging, manufacturing, and distribution. I coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to meet project milestones and quality requirements.

Previously, at Viatris, I developed SKU-level demand forecasts and coordinated supply planning for APIs and customers. Across roles at EPAM, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd., and Mylan Laboratories Ltd., I worked on forecasting, production planning, order management, and inventory control.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Manager – Supply Chain

Current

Novartis

Mar 2021 - Present (5 years 7 months)

Manages end-to-end supply chain activities for clinical trials projects, including production, packaging, distribution, and stakeholder coordination. Leads process improvement projects and ensures optimal stock levels.

Supply Chain Management Clinical Trials Project Management Stakeholder Management Process Improvement Inventory Management Distribution SAP ERP

Manager (Supply Chain Management)

Viatris

Feb 2016 - Mar 2021 (5 years 1 month)

Led end-to-end supply chain activities for in-house APIs, developed consensus-based demand forecasts, and drove monthly S&OP meetings. Coordinated with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries.

Demand Forecasting S&OP Supply Chain Management Inventory Management SAP ERP Stakeholder Management Procurement Logistics

Senior Consultant (Demand Planning)

EPAM

Aug 2015 - Jan 2016 (5 months)

Delivered accurate store-level and distribution center forecasts and provided analytic support for clients. Maintained and improved daily forecasts, applying incremental impacts from promotions.

demand planning Forecasting Data Analysis Stakeholder Management Continuous Improvement

Assistant Manager (Supply Chain)

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

Jun 2012 - Jul 2015 (3 years 1 month)

Led end-to-end supply chain activities for generics in emerging markets, prepared production plans, and coordinated with purchase and logistics departments. Managed MIS reporting and cost reduction initiatives.

Supply Chain Management Production Planning MIS Reporting Cost Reduction SAP ERP Procurement Logistics

Officer (Supply Chain Management)

Mylan Laboratories

Sep 2010 - May 2012 (1 year 8 months)

Managed end-to-end supply planning for affiliates in Australia and Europe, administered order management processes, and prepared open order reports. Conducted weekly supply review meetings.

Supply Planning Order Management MIS Reporting SAP ERP Stakeholder Management