Makrand Bhalerao
About Makrand Bhalerao
Makrand Bhalerao serves as the Vice President and Head of Global Quality at OmniActive Health Technologies, bringing over two decades of experience in quality assurance within the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. He has a strong background in regulatory audits, technology transfer, and vendor management.
Current Role at OmniActive Health Technologies
Makrand Bhalerao serves as the Vice President & Head of Global Quality at OmniActive Health Technologies. He has held this position since 2014, contributing to the company's quality assurance initiatives for nearly a decade. His role involves overseeing global quality standards and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors.
Previous Experience in Quality Management
Bhalerao has extensive experience in quality management across various organizations. He worked at USV PRIVATE LIMITED as Deputy General Manager of Quality from 2012 to 2014. Prior to that, he served as Senior Manager QA at Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd. from 2004 to 2012. His career began at FDC Limited, where he worked as an Officer from 1996 to 2002. Additionally, he held the position of General Manager QA at Kemwell Biopharma for eight months in 2014.
Education and Expertise in Quality Management
Bhalerao has a solid educational background in science and quality management. He studied at V.P. College, Vaijapur, Aurangabad, and later pursued a Master of Science in Quality Management at Singhania University. He also studied Chemistry at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. His expertise includes technology transfer, vendor management, and handling regulatory audits from international agencies.
Skills in Quality Assurance and Compliance
Bhalerao possesses strong skills in risk assessment and validations within the context of global quality assurance. He has demonstrated proficiency in implementing and managing Quality Management Systems (QMS) and food safety protocols. His experience includes handling regulatory audits from agencies such as USFDA, MHRA, ANVISA, MCC, INVIMA, and PICs, showcasing his capability in maintaining high-quality standards.
Background in Pharmaceutical Industry
Bhalerao has a robust background in the pharmaceutical industry, having worked in various roles that focus on quality assurance and compliance. His career spans over two decades, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the industry's regulatory landscape and quality management practices. His work has contributed to the successful implementation of quality systems in multiple organizations.