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
Associate Vice President, Service Transition and Transformation – Intelligent Automation Leader for Europe Region at Mphasis CorporationAssociate Vice President, Service Transition and Transformation – Intelligent Automation Leader for Europe Region at Mphasis Corporation
Head of Operations Eastern Europe Region at SING GRAINS AND OILS PROCESSING Ltd.Head of Operations Eastern Europe Region at SING GRAINS AND OILS PROCESSING Ltd.
Assistant Vice President – Commercials for UK and Europe at Cadila Pharmaceuticals (UK) LimitedAssistant Vice President – Commercials for UK and Europe at Cadila Pharmaceuticals (UK) Limited