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Kalpesh Modi

Kalpesh Modi

Basel

Summary

Seasoned professional with 20 years in the pharmaceutical industry and 15 years in European markets. Specializes in P&L management, startup operations, sales, marketing, and licensing. Demonstrates strategic thinking and alliance management skills, supported by extensive global experience across 60 countries.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President & Region Head - Europe, UK, CIS

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
Basel
08.2017 - Current
  • Managed a $105 million sales portfolio with P&L oversight, consistently exceeding profit targets regionally.
  • Achieved $63 million in sales as Account Manager through strategic business development initiatives.
  • Generated over $20 million in revenue by optimizing business development strategies aligned with market insights.
  • Negotiated comprehensive agreements with 10+ new clients, including licensing and co-development contracts.
  • Built and maintained effective client relationships to stimulate growth and collaboration.
  • Collaborated across teams nationally to ensure alignment of messaging and customer experience

Main Achievement

  • Provided essential support to business partners from inception to launch, ensuring timely regulatory compliance.
  • Secured record sales for EU region while driving double-digit growth and diversifying offerings.

Assistant General Manager of Sales - Europe, Innov

Ipca Laboratories Limited
Mumbai
03.2014 - 08.2017
  • Managed P&L for Europe, MEA, Innovator accounts, and Turkey.
  • Generated over $30 million in annual revenue through strategic sales planning.
  • Achieved sales exceeding USD 3 million by establishing strong relationships and developing new products.
  • Added five to seven new business leads annually, successfully converting them into long-term clients.

Main Achievement

  • YOY on growth and target achievement inline with company expectations.

Manager of Business Development - Japan, China, SE

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited
Vadodara
06.2011 - 03.2014
  • Lead B2B sales strategy for Southeast Asia and Japan, achieving significant revenue growth.
  • Opened new markets including China, generating over $2 million in sales within two years.
  • Executed market trend analyses to identify potential threats and opportunities.
  • Prepared and submitted P&L reports while maintaining strict budget oversight.
  • Managed sales operations and receivables to ensure financial stability.

Manager - International Marketing - EU, Japan, Asi

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited
Ahmedabad
02.2006 - 06.2011
  • Executed sales strategies across diverse markets, including Europe, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
  • Opened new customer accounts and expanded into untapped territories.

Main Achievement.

  • Achieved year-over-year growth of 12% through targeted initiatives
  • Secured exclusive manufacturing agreement with a European innovator company.

Assistant Product Manager

Remik Company
Ahmedabad
01.2005 - 02.2006
  • Developed and implemented product launch plans for new products
  • Analyzed customer feedback to inform product design decisions
  • Conducted market research to identify competitors and target customers
  • Created presentation materials for client meetings
  • Worked with cross-functional teams on product development initiatives

Sales Executive

Henley Industries Limited
Ahmedabad
06.2004 - 01.2005
  • Identified key accounts for potential business opportunities through research and competitive analysis
  • Conducted product demonstrations and presentations to customers in order to increase sales volume
  • Negotiated contracts with clients to ensure profitable margins while meeting customer demands

Education

MBA - Marketing Management

Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, India
06-2004

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Gujarat University
Ahmedabad, India
06-2002

Programme of Leadership Development -

Harvard Business School
Boston, United State Of America

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Market analysis
  • Client negotiation
  • Sales portfolio management
  • Revenue growth strategies
  • Business development
  • Alliance management
  • Out- Licensing

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Elementary (A2)
A2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Gujarati
Native
Native

Affiliations

Playing sports like running, swimming, tennis, football, chess, traveling, and making friends.

Accomplishments

Best Sales Manager Award - 2009, 2018.

Timeline

Vice President & Region Head - Europe, UK, CIS

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories
08.2017 - Current

Assistant General Manager of Sales - Europe, Innov

Ipca Laboratories Limited
03.2014 - 08.2017

Manager of Business Development - Japan, China, SE

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited
06.2011 - 03.2014

Manager - International Marketing - EU, Japan, Asi

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Limited
02.2006 - 06.2011

Assistant Product Manager

Remik Company
01.2005 - 02.2006

Sales Executive

Henley Industries Limited
06.2004 - 01.2005

MBA - Marketing Management

Gujarat University

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering -

Gujarat University

Programme of Leadership Development -

Harvard Business School
Kalpesh Modi