Vikram R. Desai

Vikram R. Desai is a seasoned sourcing and procurement professional with extensive experience in the flavor ingredients industry. Currently serving as a Sourcing/Procurement Manager for Colgate Palmolive since April 2012, Vikram specializes in sourcing natural essential oils, synthetic ingredients, and other flavor components for the Oral Care Business on a global scale. Prior to this role, Vikram held key positions, including Sourcing Director at Wanxiang International Co., Ltd. and Sourcing Manager at Frutarom, where the focus was on flavor ingredient sourcing from various markets, particularly India. Vikram's career began as a General Manager of Procurement at A. M. Todd and is supported by a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the Institute of Management Education, Pune, and a Master of Science (MS) in Physical Chemistry from Nowrosjee Wadia College, Pune, India.