Sandeep Gubbi
Sr Manager, IT @ Thermo Fisher Scientific | MBA, Supply Chain IT
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Summary
- Dynamic IT Senior Manager with over 15 years of experience driving global supply chain transformations to enhance business growth in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors.
- Proven track record at Thermo Fisher Scientific in leading large-scale, distributed teams and managing complex, multi-million-dollar digital initiatives in GxP-regulated environments.
- Expertise in architecting and executing comprehensive technology roadmaps, spearheading global SCM transformations, and implementing innovative digital solutions such as WMS and advanced planning systems to optimize end-to-end supply chain operations.
Core competencies include strategic IT leadership, Oracle SCM and ERP transformation, GxP compliance, enterprise systems management, team leadership, and talent development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager, Supply Chain IT
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bengaluru
01.2021 - Current
- Led the strategic planning, execution, and governance of all supply chain IT initiatives, managing a global team of 24+ IT professionals.
- Spearheaded the supply chain transformation by leading the migration of on-premise APS systems to Oracle Cloud SCM.
- Enterprise Systems Transformation: Lead the deployment, optimization, and lifecycle management of critical supply chain systems, including E1 Oracle JDEdwards, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and Advanced Planning Systems (APS) across multiple global sites. Championed the integration of supply chain platforms with ERP to create a seamless end-to-end digital thread.
- GxP Compliance & Validation Oversight: Ensure all supply chain systems operate in strict compliance with global regulatory standards, including FDA 21CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and Annex 11. Partner directly with Quality Assurance and CSV teams to lead the validation of GxP-impacting systems, implementing robust audit trails, access controls, and disaster recovery protocols.
- Data-Driven Innovation: Pioneered and directed the use of AI/ML and predictive analytics to enhance supply chain visibility, improve forecast accuracy, and mitigate risk, leading a key initiative that reduced excess inventory costs.
- Vendor Management: Resource allocation and strategic vendor partnerships. Successfully negotiated contracts and SLAs with key technology partners, ensuring high-impact delivery and performance.
- Leadership & Culture: Cultivate a culture of accountability, continuous improvement (PPI), and customer-centric delivery, leading to enhanced team productivity and successful delivery on all major program milestones. Mentor and develop team members, fostering professional growth across global and site-based teams.
Manager, IT
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Bengaluru
01.2021 - 01.2021
- Facilitated communication and collaboration between Supply Chain business units and IT System Analysts.
- Spearheaded the implementation of advanced supply chain and demand planning tools.
- Managed the IT system integration for critical mergers and acquisitions.
Senior Business Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Facilitated communication between Supply Chain SME and IT System Analysts as a single point of contact
- Orchestrated the successful implementation of UDI (Universal Device Identifier) across LSG
- Led the seamless integration of systems during Mergers and Acquisitions
- Spearheaded the implementation of Advanced Supply Chain and Demand Planning tools
- Drove the implementation of Lean/PPI (Practical Process Improvement) Kaizen activities
Business Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Lead all Supply chain IT system Implementation
- Lead System Integration in Mergers and Acquisitions
- Implement Advance Supply Chain, Demand Planning tools. Manufacturing
- (ERP) systems Implement/Upgrade Operations IT systems
Senior Consultant
Capgemini
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Lead Oracle JDEdwards ERP implementation for large Tyre manufacture based of USA
- Develop Design specification and manage Business SME
- Determined areas for improvement and implemented processes to alleviate problems. Identified business issues through careful collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates.
- Developed custom solutions based upon clients' strict requirements.
- Exceeded customer requirements with accurate and deliverable solutions.
- Troubleshot issues by understanding issue, diagnosing root cause and coming up with effective solutions.
Senior Supply Chain Consultant
HCL Technologies
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Led ERP implementation for a large US insurance company
- Participated in estimation efforts to secure a major deal
- Successfully implemented Sales and Distribution as well as Pricing modules
- Achieved 20% reduction in order processing time post-implementation
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Collaborated with project managers, developers, quality assurance, and customers to effectively resolve technical issues.
- Trained and mentored junior team members and engineers, imparting expertise in JD Edwards and enhancing overall team proficiency.
- Orchestrated the successful implementation of JDEdwards Oracle ERP in Sales, Distribution, Manufacturing, and Supply chain for a major Oil and Gas customer in the APAC region; spearheaded deployment to Kuala Lumpur for project completion.
- Engaged with software development and testing teams to architect and develop robust solutions meeting client requirements for functionality, scalability, and performance.
- Reviewed project specifications and engineered technology solutions surpassing performance expectations.
Senior Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Lead Onsite Team in US to manage offshore in areas of JDEdwards ERP implementation for Large Transportation customer
- Performed role of Change analyst by automating Engineering changes to ERP
- Implemented Six Sigma Process to bring down Cycle time of Engineer Change order from 70 days to Less than week
Education
Master of Science - Computational Data Science
Indian Institute of Science (IISC)
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
MBA - Business Analytics
Narsee Monjee Institute Of Management Studies
01.2021
B.Tech/B.E. - Mechanical
Ambedkar Institute of Technology
01.2005
Skills
- Global Supply Chain Transformation
- GxP Compliance & Systems Validation
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Strategic IT Leadership & Vendor Management
- ERP Implementation
Certification
CSCP, APICS
SOCIAL LINKS
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandeep-gubbi-cscp-182ba911
Timeline
Senior Manager, Supply Chain IT
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2021 - Current
Manager, IT
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2021 - 01.2021
Senior Business Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2017 - 01.2021
Business Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
01.2015 - 01.2017
Senior Consultant
Capgemini
01.2013 - 01.2015
Senior Supply Chain Consultant
HCL Technologies
01.2012 - 01.2013
Senior Software Engineer
Wipro Technologies
01.2010 - 01.2012
Senior Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra
01.2006 - 01.2010
Master of Science - Computational Data Science
Indian Institute of Science (IISC)
04.2001 -
B.Tech/B.E. - Mechanical
Ambedkar Institute of Technology
MBA - Business Analytics
Narsee Monjee Institute Of Management Studies
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