Debo Shokunbi
About Debo Shokunbi
Debo Shokunbi is the Director of Supply Chain In-Market Quality at Bristol Myers Squibb, with extensive experience in quality and regulatory roles across the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors.
Title
Debo Shokunbi holds the title of Director, Supply Chain In Market Quality at Bristol Myers Squibb. In this role, Shokunbi leads and aligns the quality and compliance of in-market supply chain activities with corporate strategy and standards.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Debo Shokunbi is currently employed at Bristol Myers Squibb as the Director, Supply Chain In Market Quality. This position involves leading all in-market supply chain quality activities and ensuring they align with the company's overarching strategy and standards.
Professional Background
Debo Shokunbi has an extensive background in quality and regulatory compliance, with significant roles in various organizations. From 2016 to 2021, Shokunbi was the Director, Global Affiliates Quality at Celgene in Switzerland. Prior to that, he served as Associate Director Global Quality Supply Chain Compliance at Ferring Pharmaceuticals from 2014 to 2015. He also held compliance and management positions at Celgene from 2009 to 2014 and worked at pSivida as Quality and Regulatory Executive from 2007 to 2009 in the UK.
Educational Qualifications
Debo Shokunbi holds an MSc in Process Analytics and Quality Technology from Newcastle University, completed in 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Queen Mary University of London in 1999. Shokunbi's educational background laid a strong foundation for his expertise in pharmaceutical quality and compliance.
Regulatory and Quality Expertise
Debo Shokunbi's career is marked by his expertise in managing regulatory audits and inspections, successfully handling those by FDA, MHRA, ANVISA, PMDA, and Swiss Medic. He has implemented and improved quality management systems, risk management systems, and inspection processes across different roles. His credentials include MTOPRA and MRSC, further underlining his proficiency and recognition in regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical chemistry.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Debo Shokunbi promotes diversity and inclusion in global leadership roles within the medical device, pharma/sterile, and biotech sectors. He is fluent in navigating diverse teams, fostering trust, and active listening. His approach emphasizes respect for team and community while maintaining core values of integrity and professional excellence.