Operational Excellence Team Member - Oral Solid Dosage

OE -Team Member (OSD)

Company Description

Company Description

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.
We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries. 
For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).
‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable.  Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency
Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

Job Description

Job Description – OE Team Member (OSD), IPDO

Role Overview

The OE Team Member – OSD will support deployment of OE initiatives across the Oral Solid Dosage (OSD) R&D value chain, focusing on cycle‑time compression, workflow standardisation, and productivity improvement across development and filing stages.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct OE diagnostics across OSD formulation, development, and scale‑up workflows.
• Execute improvement projects targeting cycle‑time reduction, resource productivity, and simplification.
• Support implementation of standard work, visual management, and governance routines.
• Partner with PMO, RA, Analytical, and CFTs to improve handoffs and delivery predictability.
• Track KPIs, benefits realisation, and sustainment post‑implementation.
• Document learnings and best practices for reuse across IPDO.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3–6 years of experience in OE / Continuous Improvement / Pharma R&D / PMO‑adjacent roles.
• Exposure to OSD development or pharmaceutical product development preferred.
• Working knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, A3 problem solving, and VSM.
• Strong stakeholder coordination and execution orientation.
• Data‑driven mindset with strong communication skills.

Success Measures

• Reduced development cycle times and improved throughput in OSD.
• Adoption of standardised workflows across stakeholder teams.
• Positive stakeholder feedback on OE execution quality.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• B.Tech / BE ad/or MBA (Operations preferred) from a premier institute.
• Black Belt certification preferred; Design Thinking certification desirable.

Additional Information

Key Responsibilities

1. OE Strategy Deployment Support

• Support deployment of the IPDO OE strategy within the API R&D value chain through disciplined execution of improvement initiatives.
• Translate API‑specific OE priorities into project charters, detailed workplans, timelines, and success metrics.
• Support assessment of new API programs, route changes, or technology choices for OE impact and DLSS alignment.

2. Transformation Methodology Execution (DLSS Framework)

• Execute OE initiatives using Design Thinking, Lean, and Six Sigma (DMAIC) methodologies across API PD and scale‑up workflows.
• Apply structured problem‑solving tools to identify root causes of yield loss, variability, rework, and cycle‑time delays.
• Support development and application of DLSS tools, templates, SOPs, and best‑practice playbooks relevant to API R&D.
• Participate in OE capability‑building initiatives through hands‑on execution and learning.

3. Design Thinking & Solution Development

• Conduct human‑centric diagnostics by engaging scientists, project teams, and downstream stakeholders.
• Support co‑creation workshops, ideation sessions, and rapid prototyping to address API development pain points.
• Translate insights into practical, scalable, and manufacturability‑aligned solutions.

4. Project Execution & Value Realisation

• Execute assigned OE projects end‑to‑end, from diagnostics through implementation and stabilization.
• Track milestones, interdependencies, risks, and benefits realisation for API OE initiatives.
• Support benefit quantification across yield improvement, cycle‑time reduction, productivity, and cost.
• Ensure improvements are embedded, standardised, and sustained post‑implementation.

5. Continuous Improvement (Lean + Six Sigma)

• Support execution of DMAIC projects, Kaizens, A3 problem solving, VSMs, and waste elimination initiatives.
• Assist in deployment of standard work, visual management, and performance governance mechanisms.
• Support OE KPI tracking and data‑based insights for reviews.

6. Knowledge Management & Communication

• Document OE learnings, case studies, and best practices for DLSS knowledge repositories.
• Prepare dashboards, progress updates, and review materials for OE governance forums.
• Support communication of OE outcomes within the API R&D community.

7. Stakeholder & Change Enablement

• Partner with API PD, Analytical, PMO, and Manufacturing interface teams to drive adoption.
• Support change management through pilots, training sessions, and on‑ground enablement.
• Act as a problem‑solving partner during implementation to ensure momentum and closure.