Deepak Kannan
About Deepak Kannan
Deepak Kannan is the Associate Director of Global Supply Chain at Kite Pharma, specializing in CAR-T Cell Therapy Supply Chain. He has extensive experience in supply chain transformation projects, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector, and has held various roles at Deloitte Consulting and Cognizant Technology Solutions.
Current Role at Kite Pharma
Deepak Kannan serves as the Associate Director of Global Supply Chain at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing supply chain operations and ensuring efficient processes within the organization. His expertise includes managing supply chain strategies specifically for CAR-T Cell Therapy, which is a specialized area within the life sciences and healthcare sector.
Previous Experience at Deloitte Consulting
Deepak Kannan has extensive experience at Deloitte Consulting, where he worked in various capacities from 2010 to 2022. His roles included Consultant, Senior Consultant, Specialist Master (Manager), and Manager. During his tenure, he focused on supply chain transformation projects, particularly for pharmaceutical clients, and gained significant expertise in computerized systems validation.
Educational Background
Deepak Kannan holds an M.B.A. in Operations from the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune, which he completed from 2008 to 2010. He also earned a B.E. in Production Engineering from Anna University, studying from 2002 to 2006. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his career in supply chain management and consulting.
Experience in Supply Chain Management
Deepak Kannan has significant experience in supply chain management, particularly in high volume demand management for automotive clients utilizing Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing. He has worked on ERP-enabled supply chain transformation projects, contributing to improved processes and efficiencies in the pharmaceutical industry.
Global Consulting Experience
Deepak Kannan has global consulting experience, having worked in multiple countries including the Netherlands, Japan, China, India, Czech Republic, UK, and Germany. This international exposure has enhanced his understanding of diverse supply chain practices and strategies across different markets.