Mitesh Lakhtariya

Project Manager

Vadodara, Gujarat, India15 yrs 9 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Expert in driving global drug development programs.
Proven track record in Agile transformation and process optimization.
Strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Pharma & Biotech expert with strong project management and product development skills.

Contact

dch.mit@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

Project ManagementProgram ManagementChange ManagementRegulatory ComplianceProduct DevelopmentProject Coordination

Other Skills

Active ListeningAgile PMOAnalytical SkillsAttention to DetailBudgeting & ForecastingBusiness DevelopmentChange Management & Organizational TransformationClient Relationship ManagementCost ControlCross-functional CollaborationCross-functional CollaborationsCross-functional Team LeadershipFinancial & Business AcumenLeadership CommunicationNegotiation

About

I bring structure and order to the daily chaos and firefighting that was once common in Pharma and Biotech R&D. At Sun Pharma, I drive global drug development programs with a focus on regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and cross-functional leadership. I turn complex scientific and technical challenges into accelerated, cost-effective, and compliant product launches. Experienced in PMO strategy, Lean and Agile transformation, and process optimization that cuts cycle times by 15-25%. Fascinated by how science continually expands what’s possible for human health, I bring that same mindset to driving innovation, continuous improvement, and high-performing teams that create measurable impact.

Experience

Sun pharma

Senior Project Manager | Project Management | Pharma & Biotech R&D

Mar 2021 – Present · 5 yrs · Vadodara, Gujarat, India · On-site

Delivered multiple projects with regulatory approvals, leading high-value portfolio worth multi-million USD in cash-flow
Leveraging technical expertise in end-to-end product life-cycle management of specialty portfolio for global markets
Led organizational change by implementing Agile PMO, achieved measurable cost savings and accelerated project timelines
Led and implemented service-level agreement, central project repositories program, and process improvement initiatives
Strategic stakeholder engagement and leadership communication, managing geographically dispersed multicultural cross-functional teams located in different geographies
Skilled in prioritization, risk and change management, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, site transfers and CMO projects
Skilled in project management tools (Microsoft Project, CCPM, AI Tools like ChatGPT Enterprise and Copilot Enterprise, Power BI, Tableau, SAP, Excel) for decision-making and resource optimization

Project Portfolio ManagementStakeholder Engagement & Relationship ManagementChange Management & Organizational TransformationStrategic Leadership & Team DevelopmentFinancial & Business AcumenOrganizational Leadership+10

Piramal pharma limited

Senior Research Scientist | Team Leader | Product Development & Project Management | Formulation R&D

Oct 2017 – Mar 2021 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

Led a 4-member team, successfully delivering multi-million products for clients and internal product portfolio for global markets
Secured client trust and won multi-million worth of repeat business through leadership discussions and audit readiness
Collaborated with leadership on strategic initiatives like electronic lab notebook, operational excellence, and right first time
Supported business in new product identification through technical data package evaluation and ball-park cost estimations
Contributed to employee recruitment processes and behavioral based safety program
This experience strengthened my project management expertise and leadership skills, providing a strong foundation for next role

Product DevelopmentProject ManagementTeam LeadershipClient Relationship ManagementOperational Excellence

Cadila pharmaceuticals limited

Deputy Manager | Team Leader | Product Development & Project Management | Formulation R&D

Dec 2015 – Oct 2017 · 1 yr 10 mos · Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India · On-site

Led a 3-member team, successfully delivering products for clients and expanding internal product portfolio for global markets
Led discussions with leadership and clients, collaborated with cross-functional teams and partners based in different geographies
Supported business in new product identification through technical data package evaluation and ball-park cost estimations

Product DevelopmentProject ManagementTeam LeadershipCross-functional Collaboration

Ipca laboratories limited

Research Scientist | Product Development & Project Coordination | Formulation R&D

Jun 2012 – Dec 2015 · 3 yrs 6 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Successfully delivered multiple products for global markets leveraging strong collaboration with cross-functional teams
This experience served as a stepping stone, building a strong foundation for role enhancement in my next position

Product DevelopmentProject CoordinationCross-functional Collaboration