thavaraj.sierraleone

August 22, 1974

About Candidate

Location

Education

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Master of Business Administration (MBA) 2014
Madurai Kamaraj University

Management

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) 1998
The Tamil Nadu Dr. MGR Medical University

Pharmacy

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Certificate in Psychology 2009
Community Recovery & Development Foundation of Sri Lanka

Psychology and Counselling

Work & Experience

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Operations Consultant / Warehouse Specialist Apr’ 2024 - Apr’ 2025
Abbi Associates Contracted by UNDP, Sierra Leone

• Conducted comprehensive operational and workforce assessments for NMSA, identifying training gaps across logistics, warehousing, and supply chain teams to support strengthened health emergency readiness.
• Evaluated national warehouse capacity and provided evidence-based recommendations for infrastructure expansion aligned with IHR-compliant preparedness needs.
• Identified skill and competency gaps among supply chain staff, proposing structured capacity-building plans that align with public health supply chain standards.
• Developed SOPs that improved compliance with GDP/GWP quality standards, supporting safe, efficient, and resilient medical supply operations.
• Provided risk mitigation strategies that contributed to overall health system resilience and readiness.

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Business Consultant Nov’ 2021 - Mar’ 2024
Pharma Consult Africa, Malawi

• Advised on B2B partnerships for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and laboratory items, ensuring compliance with MoH and regulatory policies.
• Facilitated product registrations, imports, and collaboration between private clients and government authorities.
• Identified business opportunities and led negotiations with the Malawi government via CMST and MoH programs.
• Designed strategies, developed proposals, and established distribution channels and supply chain systems.
• Managed customer service engagements related to CRM and SCM software.

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General Manager - Country Operations Jan’ 2015 - Oct’ 2021
Pharma Chemie Ltd, Malawi

• Led multidisciplinary teams across supply-chain, regulatory affairs, and sales operations, strengthening institutional capacity and workforce coordination.
• Ensured alignment with national regulatory frameworks and MoH policies, enhancing compliance and operational readiness.
• Implemented training programs for staff across regulatory, sales, and distribution functions, improving knowledge, performance, and adherence to SOPs.
• Managed tender submissions to Central Medical Stores and International NGOs supporting essential medicine supply chains in public health systems.
• Trained and motivated sales and marketing teams to achieve their targets.

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Visiting Lecturer & Examiner Oct’ 2012 - Dec’ 2014
Sri Lanka Institute of Marketing (SLIM), Sri Lanka

• Developed and delivered structured training modules, contributing to national workforce capacity building in business and health-sector operations.
• Supported learning assessment and evaluation processes, strengthening academic quality and competency-based learning.

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General Manager - Operations Apr’ 2012 - Dec’ 2014
Sisara Medicare Pvt. Ltd., Sri Lanka

• Strengthened pharmacy and retail health operations through staff capacity building, workflow improvement, and compliance alignment with NMRA standards.
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams across distribution, sales, supply chain, procurement, and operations, enhancing overall system integration.
• Introduced SOPs and training guidance that improved operational consistency and quality.

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General Manager - Country Operations Dec’ 2010 - Dec’ 2011
Pharmachem Pharmaceuticals Limited, Malawi

• Coordinated pharmaceutical operations with a focus on compliance, quality systems, and safe distribution of essential medicines.
• Worked closely with PMRA to align licensing and product registration with national health priorities.
• Strengthened workforce competencies through continuous training, supervision, and performance monitoring.

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Group Manager May’ 2010 - Nov’ 2010
Gamma Pharmaceuticals & Interpharm Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka

• Coordinated cross-functional teams to strengthen organizational processes, improve essential medicine availability, and streamline new product introduction.
• Facilitated multi-departmental collaboration ensuring smooth implementation of health product programs.

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Product Promotions Manager Apr’ 2006 - Apr’ 2010
Gamma Pharmaceuticals & Interpharm Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka

• Developed and implemented training for sales and marketing team, improving knowledge on therapeutic areas and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinated physician symposiums and scientific discussions, enhancing health workforce knowledge and engagement.

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Product Manager Apr’ 2005 - Mar’ 2006
Interpharm Private Limited, Sri Lanka

• Managed training, recruitment, and performance development of sales and marketing teams, strengthening their capacity to communicate health product information safely.
• Ensured regulatory compliance and proper documentation in product lifecycle process.
• Facilitated knowledge dissemination by coordinating educational CPD events for health care providers to ensure their skill enhancement.

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Medical Marketing Representative Oct’ 2002 - Mar’ 2005
Swiss Biogenics Limited (Sunshine Holdings), Sri Lanka

• Conducted training and educational engagements with healthcare professionals, contributing to improved clinical knowledge and responsible product use.
• Coordinated scientific meetings that aligned with public health priorities.

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Operations Manager - Pharmaceutical Nov’ 1999 - Sep’ 2002
Chaseco Pvt Ltd, Sri Lanka

• Strengthened manufacturing operations through SOP implementation, workforce supervision, and regulatory compliance with NMRA standards.
• Conducted training for factory and field staff to improve GMP standards and documentation practices.
• Coordinated with NMRA for GMP compliances and with SPC for annual product supply plan.

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Management Trainee / Apprentice Chemist Jun’ 1998 - Oct’ 1999
Pharmafabrikon Private Limited, India

• Contributed to development of GMP and QA systems, supporting overall quality assurance and safety in medicine production.
• Conducted workforce training and documentation, improving operational and compliance standards.