Chandan Chatterjee

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About Chandan Chatterjee

With over three decades of rich experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, and Cost Excellence across the Pharma and FMCG industries, I have successfully transitioned from corporate leadership to management consulting. My career journey includes leadership roles at renowned organizations like Zydus, Torrent, Cadila Pharma, Dolphin, Dabur, and Franco India, where I spearheaded transformational initiatives that delivered measurable results.**Consulting & Mentorship:** In my consulting journey, I have mentored MSMEs and startups to build sustainable supply chain processes from scratch. My focus on cultural transformation, efficiency, and innovation has enabled businesses to achieve significant operational improvements. Am currently mentoring a Pharma CDMO startup and establishing a robust supply chain while driving cost savings and techno-commercial negotiations right from the project phase. This role combines my expertise in strategy and execution to build scalable, future-ready processes for a global client base.**Key Highlights from My Corporate Leadership Journey:**-**Zydus Wellness / Cadila / Torrent Pharma ** As Head of Supply Chain, I managed iconic brands like Glucon D, Complan, Nycil, Sugar Free, Nutralite, and Everyuth, while leading end-to-end supply chain functions, from forecasting and planning to procurement, logistics, and new product innovation. My cost excellence initiatives accrued ₹150 Cr+ in savings, and I played a pivotal role in S & OP, integrated business planning, and procurement (including from China). I led due diligence and integration efforts pre- and post-acquisition, restructured distribution networks, and redefined service level agreements, demonstrating exceptional cross-functional collaboration and team mentorship-**Hexagon:** As HoD SCM, I transformed a two-decade-old nutraceutical company into an agile, robust organization, improving OTIF and LFR by double digits, optimizing inventory turns, and revamping vendor procurement processes.**Speaking & Thought Leadership:** I also speak at industry forums, and online sessions, sharing insights as a subject matter expert on supply chain and operations. My passion lies in empowering organizations to navigate complexity, innovate, and thrive in dynamic markets. My expertise spans: End-to-end Supply Chain Optimization Strategic Cost Management Integrated Business Planning (S & OP) Vendor Base Reorganization Pharma & FMCG Operations If you're looking for a consultant who blends strategic foresight with actionable execution, let's connect!