Sanjay Sharma
Head of Global Operations Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
ABOUT THE WINNER
Sanjay Sharma is a transformational leader with over three decades of experience in the FMCG and pharmaceutical industries. Fueled by his passion for shaping exemplary organizations, he has spearheaded numerous transformations by setting a bold vision, fostering a drive for excellence, and building high-performing teams.
At Dr. Reddy’s, he led a multi-year transformation that achieved global top-quartile productivity, established Asia’s first World Economic Forum digital lighthouse in generic pharma manufacturing, and embedded LEAN principles to drive agility and efficiency in operations, which was a paradigm shift for a pharmaceutical company.
Sanjay’s hands-on leadership style shines through his deep engagement, often rolling up his sleeves to collaborate with frontline teams to ignite innovative thinking. Outside of work, he enjoys golf, cycling, organic farming, and cherishing quality time with his family.
Congratulations, Sanjay Sharma!
Case Study Highlights
At Dr. Reddy’s, Sanjay Sharma leads a mission-driven supply chain focused on making innovative and affordable drugs accessible to all. Guided by the belief that “good health can’t wait,” his transformation efforts are redefining operational excellence.
Sanjay emphasizes automation to simplify complex processes and eliminate errors. His focus on creating a zero-intervention environment enables robust systems and assets to operate with high efficiency, building the foundation for lean performance.
He is also advancing a lean management system that has already eliminated 2 million hours of waste, with a goal of 5 million by 2026. A cross-functional product strategy and x-matrix deployment align market aspirations with execution, uniting teams around common objectives.
By bringing in leadership from the FMCG and automotive sectors, Sanjay encourages fresh thinking and diverse perspectives. His team’s shift from “push” to “pull” engagement fosters a simplified, purpose-led culture grounded in collaboration and shared success.
