CASE STUDY
Driving Operational Excellence for a Global Pharmaceutical Manufacturer
Impact
Attained a 99.96% inventory accuracy rate and reduced operational expenditures for distribution by 26%.
Challenge
Stringent regulatory requirements for prescription drug manufacturing necessitated precise inventory controls, while high distribution costs strained profitability.
Approach
As the Manager responsible for North American Distribution operations, implemented a robust inventory management framework incorporating daily cycle counts (for controlled medicines) to maintain near-perfect inventory accuracy. Conducted a strategic sourcing initiative, leveraging spend analysis, market research, and vendor selection to reduce distribution costs.