Pramod S. Pandit

Pramod S. Pandit, C.P.M. has over 20 years of experience in supply chain management and procurement. Pramod S. has held various leadership positions in reputable pharmaceutical companies. Currently, they serve as the Sr. Vice President & Head Commercial (Strategic sourcing & procurement) at Ajanta Pharma Ltd since March 2022. Prior to that, they were the President - Supply Chain Management & Strategic Alliances at Akums Drugs& Pharmaceuticals Ltd starting from October 2020. From January 2015 to October 2020, they worked as the Vice President - Strategic Alliance, Corporate Business Development & External Manufacturing at Wockhardt Ltd. Before that, they served as the Regional Head of Procurement & Strategy - APAC & JAPAN at Novartis Asia Pacific Pharmaceuticals Pte Ltd from December 2012 to December 2014. Pramod S. also gained valuable experience as the General Manager - Strategic Sourcing & Procurement at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals from May 2011 to November 2012. Pramod began their career at Lupin in 1994 as a Jr. Supervisor and later held various positions in companies such as Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Ranbaxy, M/s. Plethico Pharmaceuticals Ltd., and more. Overall, their work experience showcases their expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain management, and strategic alliances within the pharmaceutical industry.

Pramod S. Pandit, C.P.M. has a strong education background in supply chain management. Pramod S. obtained a C.P.M. certification from the Institute of Supply Management, USA in 2009. Pramod S. also earned an MBA with a specialization in supply chain and logistic management and retail management in 2009. Prior to that, they completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management from ICFAI in Hyderabad, India in 2007. In 2014, they obtained a certification as a Certified Purchasing Manager from the Institute of Supply Management, USA.