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Swarnlata Dakua
Pharma Product Development Expert
Navi Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record of over 17 years in many pharmaceutical R&D Industry. Adept at leading pharmaceutical projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving innovation from concept through commercialization. Excelled in fostering teamwork and innovation, leading to the formulation of over 100 products for diverse markets. Demonstrated success in troubleshooting, project management, and bringing new products to market efficiently and effectively. With proven leadership and motivational skills successful in helping group members achieve business goals. Respectful and clear communicator focused on enhancing teamwork and collaboratively addressing challenges with logical approaches. Skilled in building relationships and enhancing employee satisfaction to drive work performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
8
8
Languages
Work History
Group Leader
S.Kant Healthcare Limited
02.2017 - Current
- Formulated more than 100 products for Regulated, ROW, and domestic markets, showcasing my technical and commercial understanding of key features vital in product Development.
- Proficient in managing product lifecycle and optimizing development timelines.
- Expertise in preparing regulatory submissions and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Strong project management skills to oversee multiple drug development projects simultaneously.
- Assessed risks associated with projects or initiatives accurately devising mitigation strategies as needed protecting company interests from potential losses or liabilities.
- Established clear goals and expectations for the team, promoting accountability and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Monitored group performance on a regular basis, analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment to the company''s mission and consistently delivering high-quality work.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing cost-effective deals that benefited the company''s bottom line.
- Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
- Developed a collaborative work environment through open communication and regular team meetings, enhancing overall group performance.
- Implemented innovative solutions for complex problems, leading to successful project completion within deadlines.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to maintain project progress.
- Prepared, calibrated, and monitored production levels to achieve targets.
- Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication and delivering exceptional service quality, leading to increased customer satisfaction rates.
- Streamlined processes in the department, leading to increased efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Initiated process improvements that optimized workflows, reducing bottlenecks and increasing overall efficiency.
- Reviewed daily requirements and forecasts and delegated work for optimal coverage.
- Championed company values within the group setting an example of leadership that inspired others to follow suit.
- Leveraged industry expertise to identify trends and best practices for incorporation into the group''s operations strategy.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
Senior Executive
Shalina Laboratories Private Limited
10.2010 - 02.2017
- Managed large-scale projects ensuring completion within specified timeframes while adhering to strict quality standards.
- Championed organizational change efforts to facilitate company-wide adoption of new software platforms and tools.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Executive
Raptakos Brett & Co
02.2008 - 10.2010
- Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss issues, concerns and updates.
- Responsibilities included troubleshooting, research and development, and technology transfer.
- Engaged in networking, troubleshooting, and research in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
Associate Professor
Oriental College Of Pharmacy
07.2007 - 02.2008
- Developed students'' critical thinking skills through interactive classroom activities and discussions.
- Mentored students and advised on career paths, degree requirements and post-graduate education options.
- Organized extracurricular activities that enriched students'' educational experience while also promoting community involvement.
- Served on academic committees, contributing insights and expertise to enhance institutional policies and practices.
- Helped students to develop and demonstrate broad, integrative and specialized knowledge, essential habits of mind, communicative fluency and effective problem-solving skills.
- Graded assignments and examinations, recording grades in grade book and reporting to primary course instructor on average performance and students requiring special attention.
Project Trainee
Alkem Laboratories
10.2006 - 04.2007
- Completed projects and work assignments within strict time constraints.
- Collaborated effectively with both internal stakeholders to align objectives for mutual success in achieving project goals.
- Contributed to the successful completion of projects by diligently tracking milestones, deadlines, and deliverables.
- Participated in creation and maintenance of project tracking tools, verifying clear communication of inherent expectations and responsibilities.
- Collaborated with employees from various backgrounds.
- Learned new materials, processes, and programs quickly.
- Attended training courses to build understanding of processes, techniques, and industry.
- Filled out timesheets and paperwork according to identified requirements.
- Troubleshot minor issues with office tools and equipment, escalating more serious problems to supervisor.
Education
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Uka Tarsadia University
Bardoli, India 04.2001 -
Post Graduate Degree - Product Management And Analytics
Great Lakes Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Master of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Biju Pattanaik University Of Technology 04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Drug Design And Patenting
Bioinformatics Institute of India
Noida, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Rourkela, Odisha 04.2001 -
Skills
-Drug Development and life cycle Management
Accomplishments
Certification Received
-Super Charge Excel Proficiency Workshop | Skill Nation | Jul 2023
-Effective Management of Creativity and Innovation | Presidency University Bangalore | Dec 2022
-Design Thinking 5-Day Workshop | Skill Nation | May 2022
-LEAN SIX SIGMA Green Belt Training | VALUE Enablers Private Limited | Apr 2022
Publications-
-Prevalence Of Anaemia In India: A Review | Korean Journal of Physiology and Pharmacology | Mar 1, 2023
Patents-
-An IoT-based Automated Medicine Carrier | Patent A610-2022/03540 | Issued Mar 28, 2022
Honors-
- Certificate of Appreciation for Keynote Speaker | Wegrow Pvt Ltd | Oct 2023
-Certificate of Appreciation for Social Cause | Rabiaz Giant Group of Mumbai One | Mar 2023
-Women of Substance Award -Mar 2023
Affiliations
President of Iron lady Mumbai Chapter
Leadership coach and Mentor by Licensed purpose coach community
Member of Navi Wombai Circle
Additional Information
-Got 2 promotions in Skant in a span of 5 yrs
Receive Role model award for the work in R&D
- Got 2 Promotion in Shalina laboratories in a span of 4 Yrs
- Got promotion in Raptakos Bret in a span of 2 Yrs
Certification
Coaching and Mentoring- Licensed purpose coach community
Interests
Quote
All progress takes place outside the comfort zone.
Michael John Bobak
Timeline
Coaching and Mentoring- Licensed purpose coach community
01-2024
Super Charge Excel Proficiency Workshop , skill nation
07-2023
Effective Management of Creativity and Innovation -Presidency University Bangalore
12-2022
LEAN SIX SIGMA Green Belt Training by VALUE Enablers Private Limited
04-2022
Leadership Essential Program | Iron Lady
11-2021
Group Leader
S.Kant Healthcare Limited
02.2017 - Current
Senior Executive
Shalina Laboratories Private Limited
10.2010 - 02.2017
Executive
Raptakos Brett & Co
02.2008 - 10.2010
Associate Professor
Oriental College Of Pharmacy
07.2007 - 02.2008
Project Trainee
Alkem Laboratories
10.2006 - 04.2007
Ph.D. - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Uka Tarsadia University
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Degree - Product Management And Analytics
Great Lakes Institute of Management
04.2001 -
Master of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Drug Design And Patenting
Bioinformatics Institute of India
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences
Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
04.2001 -
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