Mahesh Dharap
About Mahesh Dharap
Mahesh Dharap is the Director of Procurement and Sourcing at OmniActive Health Technologies, where he leads procurement strategies for dietary supplements and functional foods. He has extensive experience in supply chain management, vendor partnerships, and cost optimization.
Work at OmniActive Health Technologies
Mahesh Dharap has been serving as the Director of Procurement and Sourcing at OmniActive Health Technologies since 2020. In this role, he leads the development and execution of procurement strategies for key direct materials in the dietary supplements and functional foods sector. His responsibilities include managing procurement categories such as raw herbs, plant and botanical extracts, concentrates, oils, excipients, solvents, and packing materials. He oversees the identification and development of third-party sites for formulation, extraction, and dehydration processes, ensuring compliance with global food safety norms and regulatory requirements.
Education and Expertise
Mahesh Dharap completed his education with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the College of Agriculture, Dapoli, from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his studies by obtaining a Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Management from the Institute of Rural Management, Anand, from 2011 to 2013. His foundational education includes achieving his Higher Secondary Certificate from JSM College, Alibag, and his Secondary School Certificate from Arun Kumar Vaidya High School, Alibag.
Background
Mahesh Dharap has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles within the procurement and supply chain management sectors. He began his career as an Executive at Reliance from 2007 to 2010. He then held multiple positions at OmniActive Health Technologies, including Manager of Supply Chain Management from 2016 to 2019 and Senior Manager of Supply Chain Management from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he completed internships at the Reserve Bank of India and Future Group in 2012, gaining valuable insights into the industry.
Achievements
In his current role, Mahesh Dharap plays a crucial role in developing and nurturing vendor partnerships to ensure supply security and sustainability. He has successfully led projects focused on supply security, sustainability, cost optimization, procurement dashboards, and quality improvements. His initiatives drive cost optimization through effective management information systems and pricing guidance, contributing to the overall efficiency of procurement operations.