Results-driven Digital Portfolio Manager with 12+ years of progressive experience across digital portfolio strategy, project management, and pharmaceutical formulation. Uniquely positioned at the intersection of science and strategy with a foundation in Oral and Parenteral formulation development that informs sharper risk anticipation, stronger cross-functional collaboration, and more credible leadership across the product lifecycle. Proven track record of delivering multiple complex programs simultaneously across highly regulated global markets from inception through regulatory approval with disciplined oversight of resource mapping, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control. Adept at translating complex project landscapes into clear digital frameworks that drive visibility, alignment, and informed decision-making. Guided by core values of integrity, empathy, and performance excellence.
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Hi, I’m
Mohammed Hadi Ahmed Shaikh
Digital Portfolio Manager
Hyderabad
Summary
Overview
13
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Opella Healthcare (A CD&R and Sa Company)Hyderabad
Portfolio Manager (Digital Transformation Analyst)
04.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Drive decision-making through data-driven insights and ROI analysis of digital investments.
- Prioritize digital initiatives based on value, feasibility, risk, and strategic fit within consumer healthcare.
- Oversee the end-to-end execution of digital projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery.
- Integrated digital solutions across consumer touchpoints, enhancing user experience across e-commerce, mobile apps, and social media.
- Work closely with agile teams, product owners, and external partners to manage digital product development lifecycles.
- Focused implementation on emerging digital trends, including AI, IoT, digital therapeutics, and telehealth, to enhance consumer engagement.
- Established governance frameworks for project selection and resource allocation, improving performance tracking and decision-making.
- Implemented change management programs for digital transformation initiatives, including stakeholder communication plans, training programs, and adoption tracking for 150+ end users.
- Managed annual BaU portfolio budget of $10M+ with disciplined financial oversight and variance analysis
- Facilitate collaboration between IT, regulatory, and commercial teams to navigate compliance requirements in healthcare (e.g., FDA guidelines).
- Partner with commercial teams to drive digital marketing, consumer engagement, and personalized health experiences.
- Tracked KPIs for digital portfolio performance, measuring user adoption and engagement metrics to assess financial returns.
- Developed comprehensive reports to communicate portfolio performance to stakeholders.
- Oversee budgeting processes and resource allocation for various healthcare projects.
- Facilitated meetings to discuss project updates and strategic planning initiatives.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in portfolio evaluation methods.
- Implemented process improvements enhancing efficiency in portfolio evaluation methods and project selection criteria
- Developed standardized portfolio management procedures
Dr. Reddys LaboratoriesHyderabad
Project Manager
02.2022 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Managed a portfolio of 20+ projects for highly regulated geographies, including the U.S., Europe, Canada, Japan, and China.
- Led project initiation, preparing budgets, establishing delivery timelines, and identifying prerequisites.
- Performed vendor management for external development partners, managing contracts worth $1.2M+ and ensuring quality deliverables within agreed timelines
- Determined project prioritization to optimize resource allocation and enhance planning and execution of new development projects.
- Collaborated with R&D and cross-functional teams, including global IP and marketing, to ensure on-time delivery within budget for all regulatory markets.
- Managed project budgets by tracking expenses and adjusting allocations as necessary., manpower allocation, and Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) calculations.
- Delivered project progress reports and Key Performance Indicator updates to top management through MIS and presentations on a monthly and quarterly basis.
- Utilized tools like MS Project, S2L, and Planisware for milestone tracking.
- Evaluated project performance data to identify trends. to identify areas for improvement.
- Collaborates closely with portfolio and business development teams to evaluate potential products for the product portfolio.
- Prepared presentations and supporting documents to facilitate product selection discussions.
- Presents product selection proposals to senior management and cross-functional department heads for further evaluation.
- Experienced in handling various finished dosage forms, such as solid orals, injectables, and topicals.
- Conducted detailed requirements gathering sessions with cross-functional teams per project requirement.
Dr. Reddys LaboratoriesHyderabad
Formulation Scientist
09.2017 - 12.2021
Job overview
- Demonstrated expertise in developing immediate and extended-release formulations in compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with pre-formulation and strategy teams to establish development strategies and documentation for new products
- Conducted technical due diligence to evaluate products through SciFinder, regulatory bodies, and relevant sources
- Assessed preliminary patent and RLD information for market requirements
- Led teams in defining project strategies, setting goals, and managing project scope
- Managed end-to-end project lifecycle, ensuring timely delivery of proposals, risk assessments, and project closure milestones
- Optimized budget utilization for development projects, ensuring effective allocation for API, bio-equivalence studies, and RLD procurement
- Coordinated product-focused R&D team meetings to align project goals and resolve obstacles efficiently
- Scheduled cross-functional team meetings for product introductions
- Facilitated submission of regulated product filings for three products at various agencies.
Mylan Laboratories LimitedHyderabad
Formulation and Development Executive
08.2014 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Led development of 6+ products, filed 4 projects in highly regulated markets
- Developed expertise in ICH and US FDA guidelines for process validation, generic drug registration, changes to approved NDA and ANDA, and SUPAC
- Identified and managed operational and tactical risks, ensuring alignment of projects with strategic goals
- Facilitated team meetings to resolve issues and provide project updates, enhancing team communication
Ipca Laboratories LimitedMumbai
Research Associate
05.2013 - 07.2014
Job overview
- Developed four US market products through collaboration with cross-functional teams to address customer needs.
- Interpreted data analyses to provide actionable insights that guided product development strategies.
- Focused on developing innovative solid oral dosage forms: delayed-release, extended-release, and MUPS, to meet market needs
- Managed multiple projects independently, facilitating timely progress and effective coordination among teams.
- Completed trainings to enhance expertise and contributed to team knowledge
Education
Bombay College of Pharmacy, University of MumbaiMumbai
Masters of Pharmacy from Pharmaceutics
05-2013
University Overview
GPA: First Class with Distinction
YB Chavan College of PharmacyAurangabad
Bachelor of Pharmacy from Pharmacy
06-2010
University Overview
GPA: Gold Medalist, secured First Position in B Pharmacy
Skills
- Digital Strategy Development
- Agile Change Implementation
- Portfolio risk management
- Process Optimization
- Strategic planning capability
- Stakeholder communication
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Communication skills
Certification
- Bridging the Gap between Strategy Design and Delivery, Brightline Initiative 02/2025
- Project Management Professional (PMP) 01/20225
- Value Stream Management (PMI) 07/2025
- IBM RAG and Agentic AI: Build Next-Gen AI Systems 11/2025
- Advanced Digital Transformation (IIM A) 11/2024
- Project Management, Google 05/2023
- Product Management: Launching Your Product, LinkedIn Learning 08/2023
- Machine Learning, Stanford Online 07/2021
- Become a Portfolio Manager, LinkedIn Learning 07/2021
- Data Science Translator, INSOFE 08/2020
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Awarded Outcome Obsessed, Opella Challenger Mindset Award. 11/2025
- Awarded with best innovation and technical excellence award for product development in Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. 12/2018
- Post-graduate fellowship awarded by Ministry of Human Resource development (MHRD) 2010-2012.
- AIR 47: Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test, 2010.
- Elected, Secretary, University Student Council and Member of Senate, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.
- Recipient of Sir Ratan Tata Trust Scholarship for excellence in B Pharmacy.
Languages
Languages
- English
- Marathi
- Hindi
- Urdu
Timeline
Portfolio Manager (Digital Transformation Analyst)
Opella Healthcare (A CD&R and Sa Company)
04.2024 - Current
Project Manager
Dr. Reddys Laboratories
02.2022 - 03.2024
Formulation Scientist
Dr. Reddys Laboratories
09.2017 - 12.2021
Formulation and Development Executive
Mylan Laboratories Limited
08.2014 - 08.2017
Research Associate
Ipca Laboratories Limited
05.2013 - 07.2014
Bombay College of Pharmacy, University of Mumbai
Masters of Pharmacy from Pharmaceutics
YB Chavan College of Pharmacy
Bachelor of Pharmacy from Pharmacy