Sara Ra
@sarara
Dynamic professional with 13 years in biotech and banking operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and adaptable professional with over 13 years of diverse experience in the Biotech, Pharma, and Life Sciences sectors, transitioning successfully into operations and supervisory roles within the Banking sector. My journey has equipped me with strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a proven ability to quickly learn and excel in new roles.
In my recent freelance roles, I have generated leads and closed deals for various businesses, including a Language Translation Agency and a local Healthcare Distributor. My experience at India Post Savings Bank involved managing day-to-day operations, implementing process improvements, and enhancing customer service protocols, which resulted in significant reductions in transaction times and complaints. I have also coordinated pharmaceutical product development projects, demonstrating my ability to manage logistics and drive project success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development, Market Research
Freelancer
Oct 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Generated leads and closed deals for a Language Translation Agency and a local Healthcare Distributor. Conducted market research for Shanghai Longjoin Electronics (HongKong) at the LED Lighting Expo in Mumbai, analyzing market dynamics and competitor landscapes.
Operations and Supervisory Roles
India Post Savings Bank
Oct 2013 - Sep 2022 (8 years 11 months)
Managed day-to-day banking operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and achieving sales targets by suggesting financial products. Implemented process improvements for cheque clearance, resulting in a 15% reduction in transaction times.
Technical Project Coordinator
Getz Pharma Research Ltd.
Aug 2012 - Oct 2013 (1 year 2 months)
Coordinated and oversaw pharmaceutical product development (CRO) projects from initiation to completion, managing logistics, tracking deliverables, and milestones. Participated in project team meetings, took minutes, and assisted the business development department with lead generation.
Product Executive
Globela Pharma Solutions
Feb 2012 - Aug 2012 (6 months)
Assisted senior product managers in developing and executing product strategies for oncology range finished dosage formulations. Coordinated product launches and promotional activities, and conducted training sessions for sales representatives.
Product Specialist
R-Biopharm (India) Ltd.
Apr 2011 - Jan 2012 (9 months)
Initiated sales and marketing activities for specialized microbiological products in the Mumbai region. Successfully converted three major reference labs from competitors' products, achieving sales targets.
Product Executive
J.Mitra & Co.Pvt.Ltd.
Jan 2009 - Jun 2010 (1 year 5 months)
Provided technical support for invitro diagnostic products, assisting clients with troubleshooting and product usage. Conducted training sessions for healthcare professionals and collaborated with R&D for product improvement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Sikkim Manipal University
Master of Business Administration, HealthCare
Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Healthcare. This program provided a comprehensive understanding of business principles applied to the healthcare industry.
University of Mumbai
Master of Science, Microbiology
Obtained a Master of Science degree with a focus on Microbiology. The curriculum covered advanced topics in microbial sciences and research methodologies.
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