Ruskin Singh
St Louis,Missouri
Summary
Results-driven leader in operations and strategy, recognized for delivering transformational initiatives that enhance operational excellence globally. Demonstrated success in driving innovation, streamlining processes, and achieving sustainable business growth through effective planning and execution. Core competencies include strategic development, process optimization, and team leadership. Committed to leveraging expertise to foster organizational resilience and growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Head of LifeScience IT / OT and Smart Ma
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
05.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the development of complex, multi-year strategies encompassing supply chain, operations, digital transformation, and commercial programs, driving impact across the $9B Life Science sector.
- Led the implementation of digital plant infrastructures across 21 manufacturing sites, establishing a foundation for Smart Operations strategies, and driving operational excellence.
- Pioneered the development and launch of the groundbreaking plug-and-configure IT/OT program as part of the IoT Bridge initiative, enabling seamless, cost-effective connectivity, and data access to power smart manufacturing innovations.
- Directed IT/OT integration, digital transformation, and smart manufacturing initiatives, managing a $35M IT project budget to support site expansions as part of a $1B CAPEX investment strategy for 2024-2025.
- Orchestrated a cross-functional team focused on next-generation smart operations, enhancing efficiency in the supply chain, quality, production, warehousing, sales, maintenance, engineering, and EHS.
- Designed and executed a global Electronic Batch Record (EBR) program, achieving $17.4M in cumulative opportunities, a 46% quality improvement, an 84% reduction in effort, and a 94% reduction in documentation cycle time.
- Managed key consulting partnerships with McKinsey, Cognizant, and EY to align global strategies with cutting-edge industry practices.
Lifescience Tech Advancement Program Manager, S&T
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Spearheaded strategic planning and execution for new site expansions, effectively managing multi-million-dollar budgets, and delivering seamless operational scaling through advanced technology infrastructure alignment.
- Led end-to-end IT/OT integration and business process enablement for manufacturing sites, driving readiness for cutting-edge digital and smart manufacturing capabilities that enhanced operational efficiency.
- Orchestrated operation consolidations, achieving streamlined supply chain operations, standardized business processes, and uninterrupted operational continuity across Life Science entities.
- Maximized post-merger value creation by aligning cross-functional teams, optimizing supply chain workflows, and leveraging technology infrastructure to unlock synergies, and accelerate business growth.
- Engineered and implemented scalable connectivity and data frameworks for newly acquired sites, enabling enhanced collaboration, operational agility, and compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.
- Implemented a new governance structure for enterprise technology projects, inclusive of LIMS, OT infrastructure, and MES/EBR.
Distribution Manager
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Supervised over 100 team members, enhancing performance and accountability through strategic hiring, training, and performance management, driving operational efficiency.
- Boosted productivity by implementing an advanced operations management plan, streamlining workflows, and optimizing packing area processes.
- Improved safety, quality, and efficiency by introducing an innovative electronic spill management system, setting new operational standards.
- Optimized inventory and cost management by analyzing demand patterns and implementing effective planning strategies using SAP and Manhattan WMS systems.
- Enhanced warehouse sustainability through eco-friendly solutions, dynamic distribution networks, and facility renovations, reducing environmental impact.
- Increased on-time delivery rates and reduced costs by tracking and addressing key performance metrics, aligning operations with business goals.
- Delivered accurate sales, P&L, and staff efficiency reports to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decisions that enhanced profitability.
- Completed the Operational Leadership Development Program, gaining expertise in team leadership, process improvement, and supply chain operational strategy.
Principal Quality Engineer
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
01.2019 - 09.2019
- Led the Master Batch Record project, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and data integrity guidelines, achieving a 15% reduction in errors, and a 77% decrease in folder creation lead time.
- Utilized Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives, reducing process variability, enhancing defect detection, and achieving measurable quality improvements across production operations.
- Spearheaded supplier quality improvement programs, conducted root cause analyses, and implemented corrective actions, improving supplier performance and compliance.
- Directed quality assurance strategies for life science single-use manufacturing, ensuring adherence to regulations, and driving audit readiness for inspections.
- Developed and implemented data-driven tools for analyzing customer complaints and production issues, driving corrective and preventive actions that enhanced product reliability and reduced operational risks.
- Oversaw the validation and qualification of critical equipment, processes, and software, ensuring compliance with global quality standards, while optimizing operational performance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams in R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain to embed quality and regulatory requirements into product design and production, ensuring compliance, and faster time-to-market.
- Mentored quality teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth, and completed the Operational Leadership Development Program, building expertise in quality assurance and process conformance.
Production and Network Planner
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversaw day-to-day responsibilities for cell culture media production and network planning across US, ensuring seamless operations, optimal resource allocation, and alignment with production schedules to meet business demands.
- Optimized production planning and distribution processes, achieving annual operational savings of $3.8M by streamlining workflows and enhancing scheduling efficiency.
- Led the development of centralized dashboards and root cause analysis tools, reducing backorders for the AEM cluster by 33.7%, and improving supply chain responsiveness.
- Implemented capacity planning and optimization strategies, increasing production efficiency, and contributing to an additional $2.2M in projected annual revenue for the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) and Excipients cluster.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve the scientific integrity of production methods, reducing setup times, and expediting technology transfers to enhance operational efficiency.
- Designed and executed a raw material capacity optimization strategy, increasing cold storage capacity by 22%, and ensuring uninterrupted production schedules.
- Analyzed and addressed bottlenecks within production and distribution networks, delivering data-driven solutions to improve on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented tools and processes that streamlined network planning and improved decision-making for production prioritization and resource allocation.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and strategic decision-making through successful participation in the Operational Leadership Development Program.
Sr. Process Engineer - CGMP Site
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Played a critical role in transitioning a clinical Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) manufacturing facility into a commercial GMP-certified site, scaling processes, validating equipment, and ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO, and ICH Q7 standards.
- Developed a robust ADC manufacturing supply chain, driving over $8.7M in additional revenue by optimizing production workflows and improving operational efficiency.
- Led 12 high-impact projects, including the Biologics Readiness program (Facility Control) and equipment validation initiatives, ensuring operational readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Reduced facility nuisance alarms by 45% through the development of an FDA-compliant Alarm Management Philosophy, generating $4.8M in additional profits, and enhancing operational stability.
- Engineered innovative raw material capacity optimization strategies, improving cold storage capacity by 22%, and enabling seamless scale-up for commercial production.
- Reduced time-to-market for ADC products by 15 weeks through novel process improvements and accelerated production readiness, enhancing competitiveness and customer satisfaction.
- Championed sustainability efforts by implementing a novel manufacturing approach that reduced the facility's carbon footprint by 98%, aligning with environmental and corporate responsibility goals.
- Orchestrated a business plan for a one-stop ADC manufacturing solution, proposing $1.6M in customer savings through streamlined operations and integrated services.
- Successfully completed the Operational Leadership Development Program, gaining expertise in manufacturing operations, site expansion, and commercial drug manufacturing, with a focus on driving operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Business Analyst
Washington University School of Medicine
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed analytical models for the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology (MIR) to forecast ROI, reduce project implementation lead times, and optimize budget allocation, driving strategic planning and financial efficiency.
- Implemented SharePoint 2013 and Microsoft Project across radiology departments, streamlining collaboration, improving workflows, and enhancing project management processes.
- Conducted workflow analyses to identify bottlenecks, recommended process improvements, and collaborated with cross-functional teams to align business needs with IT solutions, resulting in improved resource utilization and operational efficiency.
- Enhanced data accessibility and reporting capabilities, enabling informed decision-making, and operational transparency for clinical and administrative teams.
- Supported leadership in preparing business cases for new technology investments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and achieving measurable ROI.
Operations and Supply Chain Engineer
Maersk Line
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Managed operations and maintenance of a 180,000-horsepower marine power plant, ensuring optimal performance, safety, and compliance with international maritime regulations.
- Designed and optimized critical systems, including a cargo hold smoke detection system, achieving $1M in cost savings while preventing potential environmental damage.
- Led repair operations involving machining, welding, and CNC cutting, ensuring timely resolution of equipment issues and minimizing downtime during voyages.
- Collaborated with multinational teams across 19 countries to streamline processes, eliminating non-essential activities and reducing operational costs by 25%.
- Implemented energy-efficient strategies and emission reduction practices, aligning with MARPOL and IAPP certification requirements, to enhance environmental sustainability.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections, root cause analyses, and corrective maintenance on marine machinery to ensure reliability and operational continuity.
- Played a key role in crew training and development, enhancing the technical capabilities and safety awareness of team members on board.
Education
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Washington University, Olin Business School
St Louis, MOBachelor of Technology - Marine Engineering
Indian Maritime University
IndiaSkills
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Digital Transformation and Automation
- Process Improvement and Optimization
- Financial and budget management
- Leadership and team development
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Change Management & Transformation
- Global Operations Oversight
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Post-merger integration realization
- Risk Management and Compliance
Supplementary professional experience
- Executive Board Member, APICS/ASCM, USA
- Member, Manufacturing Leadership Council, USA
- Board Member, Lindenwood University, USA
- Focus Emerging Leader, Focus, USA
- Member, Asian Chamber of Commerce
- Chairperson, Global Issues and Policies Influencing the Sustainable Development, GESIS
- Led a MilliporeSigma Innospire team to victory in the 2019 Innospire startup competition, concentrating on addressing global hunger and improving access to vaccines
Certification
- PMP, Project Management Institute
- ER22.1x: Justice, Harvard University
- Lean & Six Sigma Green Belt, MilliporeSigma
- MFP, Thunderbird School of Global Management
- Project Management Foundation, MilliporeSigma
- BSCM, APICS
- MCP/MCSE, Microsoft
- CADD Certification, CCIT
- Underwater Vehicle Robotics Certification, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Accomplishments
- Merck KGaA, Germany, Smart Manufacturing Agile Transformation Award 2024
- Merck KGaA, Germany, Smart Manufacturing Community Award 2024
- Focus, USA, 2021 Focus St. Louis Emerging Leader Award
- Regional Business Council, USA, 2023 Leadership 100 Award
- BGS Society, USA, Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Award
- Washington University at St-Louis, USA, Outstanding Supply Chain Management Award
- Merck KGaA, Germany, Global Merck Innovation Award
- World Maritime Technology Congress-2012, St-Petersburg, Russia, International Research Ambassador -India
- Young Marine Leaders Forum, Russia, Young Marine Leader Award
Research papers & publications
- A Survey On Cloud Computing Approaches, IEEE Conference on Communication, Security and Artificial Intelligence
- Engineered Microalgae - Algae space, Merck KGaA
- DONEIEH, Blue waters, Indian Maritime University
- BMPS, ICCE
- Maritime Supply chain and Sustainable Development, IMarE
- Efficiency control of Centrifugal pumps onboard ships, National convention of Maritime Engineers
- Biomimetic propulsion system with Hydrofoil profile, World Maritime technology Council
- Modern Computer aided techniques for Main Engineer to meet Marpol and IAPP certification regulation, Maersk Line
- Cargo Hold Smoke Detection System Condensation Flaws, Maersk Semakau, Denmark
- EFFENOVAS R-1.0, Institute of Marine Engineers (India), IMarE
- Maritime Corrosion Prevention, Fifth National Congress on Corrosion Control, organized by NCCI and CSIR
- Dawn of a New Era in Energy Harnessing, Indian Journal of Science and Technology
- Impact of Artificial in LifeScience manufacturing, CXO Today
- The ingredients for a successful Alarm Management program for an FDA Validated Facility, Emerson Exchange
- Alarm Management Philosophy, MilliporeSigma
Activities
- Harvard Business Review Council Member, USA
- Arch Grants Judge, USA
- APICS supply chain Conference panelist, USA
- Active Deep Sea Diver and Table Tennis player
Timeline
Director, Head of LifeScience IT / OT and Smart Ma
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
05.2023 - Current
Lifescience Tech Advancement Program Manager, S&T
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
09.2020 - 05.2023
Distribution Manager
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
10.2019 - 09.2020
Principal Quality Engineer
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
01.2019 - 09.2019
Production and Network Planner
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
04.2018 - 12.2018
Sr. Process Engineer - CGMP Site
Merck KGaA / MilliporeSigma
06.2017 - 03.2018
Business Analyst
Washington University School of Medicine
10.2016 - 05.2017
Operations and Supply Chain Engineer
Maersk Line
12.2012 - 12.2015
- PMP, Project Management Institute
- ER22.1x: Justice, Harvard University
- Lean & Six Sigma Green Belt, MilliporeSigma
- MFP, Thunderbird School of Global Management
- Project Management Foundation, MilliporeSigma
- BSCM, APICS
- MCP/MCSE, Microsoft
- CADD Certification, CCIT
- Underwater Vehicle Robotics Certification, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)
Master of Science - Supply Chain Management
Washington University, Olin Business School
Bachelor of Technology - Marine Engineering
Indian Maritime University
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