Hemant Desai
About Hemant Desai
Hemant Desai is the Sr. Director of Cell Therapy Operations at Bristol-Myers Squibb, with over 20 years of experience in technical and business operations leadership.
Current Role at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Hemant Desai currently serves as Sr. Director of Cell Therapy Operations at Bristol-Myers Squibb. In this role, he leads the vector manufacturing team, focusing on the successful execution of manufacturing strategies for both existing and pipeline assets. His responsibilities include overseeing the implementation of complex strategic initiatives and ensuring operational excellence across cell therapy manufacturing processes.
Previous Experience at Celgene
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Hemant Desai worked at Celgene in Summit, NJ. From 2017 to 2019, he served as Director of External Manufacturing, where he managed external partnerships to enhance manufacturing capabilities. Prior to that, from 2014 to 2017, he held the position of Associate Director of Business Operations. In these roles, he played a critical role in operational execution and strategic planning within the business operations framework.
Leadership at Cyalume Specialty Products and JFC Technologies
From 2011 to 2014, Hemant was the Vice President at Cyalume Specialty Products in Bound Brook, NJ, where he led the company’s strategic efforts and contributed to business growth. Earlier in his career, from 1999 to 2011, Hemant served as Director at JFC Technologies, also in Bound Brook, NJ. These roles allowed him to develop extensive experience in technical and business operations leadership across various modalities.
Educational Background
Hemant Desai holds an Executive MBA from Columbia Business School, completed from 2007 to 2008. He also earned a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology from 1997 to 1999. Earlier, he obtained his Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering from Bharati Vidyapeeth from 1992 to 1996. His educational background provides a strong foundation in both technical and managerial disciplines.
Expertise in Operations and Strategic Planning
With over 20 years of experience, Hemant Desai specializes in manufacturing operations, strategic planning, supply chain management, network strategy, and operational excellence. He has a proven record in leading high-performing teams and delivering on management objectives. Hemant is also skilled in executing cross-functional strategic initiatives and managing risks, showcasing his proficiency in navigating complex business environments.