Venkat Raju

Procurement Specialist at TARO PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA

Venkat Raju is an experienced procurement specialist currently employed at Taro Pharmaceuticals Canada since September 2021. Previous roles include Assistant Manager of Strategic Sourcing & Procurement at Hetero, where significant cost reductions and efficiency improvements were achieved through negotiation and optimization strategies. Earlier experience includes positions at Micro Labs Ltd in India, where Venkat enhanced supplier delivery and managed acquisitions, and at Strides Pharma Inc., focusing on business development and order execution across multiple global markets. Venkat holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences and a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, as well as a postgraduate degree in Supply Chain and Global Logistics from Seneca Polytechnic.

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Brampton, Canada

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TARO PHARMACEUTICALS CANADA

We are a global, research-driven, specialty pharmaceutical company. Established in 1950, Taro develops, manufactures and markets affordable prescription and over-the counter medications. With support from our parent company, Sun Pharma, the world's 5th largest specialty generic pharmaceutical company we are a powerful global presence. Our world class production facilities in Brampton, Ontario and nearly 600 Canadian employees give Taro Canada a uniquely Canadian perspective. Our Canadian focus on dermatology makes us a leading manufacturer and supplier of topical products such as creams, ointments, and gels. This investment in niche markets continues to differentiate Taro from our competitors. We specialize in generic prescription products, but also produce over the counter and brand name drugs. Our strong research program and niche strategy have positioned us as a central player in the specialty pharmaceutical sector.


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Brampton, Canada

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501-1,000

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