Minhaj Obeidullah BMedSc and MMedSc, MSc

Minhaj Obeidullah is an accomplished strategic leader with a strong focus on supply chain management within the pharmaceutical industry. With a wealth of expertise spanning drug safety, quality, medical affairs, compliance, and risk management, Minhaj excels in stakeholder management, strategic project execution, pharmacovigilance, quality assurance, process compliance, CAPA management, operational risk mitigation, clinical trials, and safety data exchange agreements. Her proficiency extends to managing pharmacovigilance system master files, conducting affiliate-wide awareness training, overseeing market research, and leading patient support programs. Minhaj is well-versed in crafting risk management plans, handling PSURs/PBRERs, and managing safety issues and recalls. She brings a wealth of experience in audit and inspection preparation and execution.

Currently, Minhaj holds the position of Head of Compliance & Risk Management at Novartis in Basel, Switzerland. In this pivotal role, she plays a crucial part in ensuring operational excellence and effective risk mitigation within the pharmaceutical giant.

Her impressive career at Novartis has seen her in various other leadership positions, including Head Process Compliance & Risk Management, Regional Head Patient Safety QA – APAC, and Regional Head Pharmacovigilance Oversight – APAC. This diverse experience across different facets of the pharmaceutical industry has enriched his understanding of supply chain intricacies and honed her skills in ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.

This diverse experience across different facets of the pharmaceutical industry has enriched her understanding of supply chain intricacies and honed her skills in ensuring regulatory compliance and risk mitigation.

Among her top skills are pharmacovigilance, drug safety, pharmacology, and supply chain management. Minhaj Obeidullah's comprehensive background in supply chain management, coupled with her multifaceted expertise in various pharmaceutical domains, positions her as a valuable asset in ensuring the highest standards of compliance and risk management within the industry. Her dedication to excellence and her ability to navigate the complex landscape of pharmaceutical supply chains make her a standout leader in the field.

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