Manoj Krushna Panda
Senior Manager
Vishakhapatnam,AP
Summary
Senior Warehouse Manager with 22 years of experience in pharmaceutical warehousing and distribution.Expertise in cGMP, GDP compliance, audit readiness, and process optimization.
Proven track record in driving efficiency, safety, and operational excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager -Warehouse
Apitoria Pharma Pvt Ltd. (100 % subsidiary of Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.)
12.2023 - Current
- Directed cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiencies and project delivery.
- Managed supply chain processes to ensure timely procurement and distribution of pharmaceuticals.
- Implemented training programs to develop staff competencies in pharmaceutical operations.
- Established key performance indicators to monitor departmental productivity and effectiveness.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align project goals with organizational objectives.
- Oversaw budget management for projects, ensuring resource allocation aligns with company strategy.
- Managed a team of 20+ employees by providing guidance, setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and increase productivity.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure successful execution of projects according to timeline and budget constraints.
- Mentored junior staff in the organization's business processes, customer service standards, and quality assurance protocols.
- Conducted regular performance appraisals for direct reports to provide feedback on their work performance.
- Provided strategic direction to departmental heads regarding resource allocation decisions.
- Participated in recruitment initiatives by interviewing potential candidates and selecting suitable hires.
- Created detailed reports on project progress for senior management review.
- Coordinated with IT department to implement new technologies and systems enhancements.
- Oversaw talent acquisition, training, and development programs to build high-performing teams.
- Managed crisis situations, implementing contingency plans to minimize impact on operations.
- Oversaw quality assurance efforts to maintain high standards of product and service delivery.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and priorities and provide feedback.
Warehouse and Distribution Manager
AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd.
Bangalore and Delhi
04.2013 - 04.2023
- Managed end-to-end warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with GMP, GDP, and GWP standards.
- Maintained accurate documentation for regulatory readiness, facilitating successful Internal and external Audits.
- Oversaw cold chain storage, focusing on temperature monitoring.
- Supervised training for warehouse teams on EHS, 5S, and data integrity to drive operational excellence.
- Successfully managed end-to-end distribution of AstraZeneca products across the North Region, ensuring timely and compliant dispatches from Delhi to more than 200 AWs (accredited wholesalers and private cum Govt institutions).
- Ensure proper handling of returned, recalled, damaged, short expiry and expired products in compliance with commercial procedures.
- Oversee daily distribution activities, including receipt, storage, packing, and dispatch in compliance with Good Distribution Practices (GDP).
- Maintain accurate batch traceability, and dispatch documentation as per ALCOA principles.
- Ensure controlled storage and distribution of temperature-sensitive products as per the required storage condition.
- Ensure validated transport vehicles and monitoring systems (data loggers, GPS, temperature mapping) for maintaining product quality during transit.
- Coordinate with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure compliance with GDP during transportation.
- Collaborate with QA/QC to manage deviation handling, CAPA, change controls, and risk assessments related to distribution.
- Prepare and support regulatory, customer, and internal audits for distribution centers.
- Ensure timely closure of audit findings and implementation of corrective actions.
- Train distribution and logistics staff on SOPs, GDP, and safety protocols.
- Monitor team performance and ensure continuous skill enhancement for compliance awareness.
- Ensure strict adherence to EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards within the distribution center.
- Provide regular MIS reports on sales, dispatch timelines, regulatory compliance, and temperature excursion.
Deputy Manager- Warehouse
Zydus Health Care
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project execution.
- Oversaw quality assurance processes to maintain high standards in healthcare delivery.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth functioning of activities.
Assistant Manager-warehouse
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
10.2011 - 08.2012
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Developed standard operating procedures to improve workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline project timelines.
- Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
Senior Executive /Junior Manager -Warehouse
Dr.Reddys Laboratories Ltd
12.2006 - 08.2011
Supervisor
Wockhardt Ltd
03.2005 - 10.2006
Chemist Stores
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
09.2003 - 03.2005
Education
MBA - Supply Chain Management & Materials Management
Indian School of Business ManagementAdministration
Distance Learning01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
K S U B College (Berhampur University)
Bhanjanagar, Odisha, INDIA04-1999
Skills
- Warehouse operations
- Inventory management
- Safety and Regulatory Compliance
- Project management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process optimization
Certification
MBA
Accomplishments
- Maintained 100% audit readiness with no major findings across 30+ internal and external audits (USFDA, MHRA, WHO-GMP).
- Improved safety incident reporting and reduced lost-time injury rate embedding a culture of quality and safety ownership.
- Reduced absenteeism and improved morale through better shift planning and employee engagement initiatives.
- Reduced warehouse operational costs by 25% through process optimization, automation.
- Led digital transformation by integrating Warehouse Management System (WMS) with ERP and LIMS systems to ensure seamless data exchange.
Languages
- English, C1
- Hindi, C1
Projects
· Regulatory Audit Readiness Program, Successfully led warehouse preparedness for USFDA, WHO, CDSCO and many more customer audits with zero critical observations.
· Automation of solvent handling, storage and issuance, Resulted in 40% of time and manpower saving and ensured zero safety incident/accident.
· Online Temperature and Relative Humidity Record for more than 20 locations in two warehouses, Resulted in 20% of time and manpower saving and ensured zero data integrity issues.
· Implementation of WMS for easy tracking and location identification of material resulted in saving of 20% of time.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 08/30/79
- Gender: MALE
- Nationality: INDIAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED
Social Networks - Linkedin
www.linkedin.com/in/manoj-panda-2a682139
Timeline
Senior Manager -Warehouse
Apitoria Pharma Pvt Ltd. (100 % subsidiary of Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.)
12.2023 - Current
Warehouse and Distribution Manager
AstraZeneca Pharma India Ltd.
04.2013 - 04.2023
Deputy Manager- Warehouse
Zydus Health Care
08.2012 - 03.2013
Assistant Manager-warehouse
Unichem Laboratories Ltd.
10.2011 - 08.2012
Senior Executive /Junior Manager -Warehouse
Dr.Reddys Laboratories Ltd
12.2006 - 08.2011
Supervisor
Wockhardt Ltd
03.2005 - 10.2006
Chemist Stores
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
09.2003 - 03.2005
MBA - Supply Chain Management & Materials Management
Indian School of Business ManagementAdministration
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
K S U B College (Berhampur University)