Thom Wathen
About Thom Wathen
Thom Wathen is an Information Specialist at Procter & Gamble, managing a portfolio of over 450 raw materials and supervising three contractors.
Title and Current Role
Thom Wathen is an Information Specialist at Procter & Gamble. Based in Reading, England, he has served in this role since 2020. His responsibilities include managing a substantial portfolio of over 450 raw materials, which encompass medicinal APIs, herbal extracts, packaging materials, natural substances, and excipients. Thom is instrumental in developing processes for the correct storage and interrogation of raw material information, leveraging the Veeva Vault platform.
Previous Professional Experience
Prior to his current role, Thom Wathen worked at Procter & Gamble as a Territory Sales Manager from 2017 to 2020. Additionally, he has experience as a Research Technician at Chronos Therapeutics, where he served from 2016 to 2017 in Oxford, United Kingdom. His previous roles have provided him with diverse experiences and skills which he brings to his current position.
Educational Background
Thom Wathen holds a Master of Biological Science (MBio) with Honours in Biomedical Sciences, General from the University of Warwick. He completed his studies from 2012 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with a solid foundation in biomedical sciences, which contributes to his expertise in managing raw materials and developing efficient processes at Procter & Gamble.
Role in Process Development
Thom Wathen plays a key role in developing processes to enhance the efficiency and visibility of raw material clearances at Procter & Gamble. His initiatives help reduce the time to market for products. Furthermore, he acts as a single point of contact between the Project Team and Contract Manufacturers for raw material information acquisition, ensuring streamlined communication and efficient information handling.
Leadership and Management
In his role as an Information Specialist, Thom Wathen supervises three contractors who assist with raw material clearance assessments and database management. His leadership involves overseeing their work to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the raw material management process. His management skills contribute to the seamless operation of the team and the success of Procter & Gamble's projects.