Krishnakumar N

About Krishnakumar N

Result driven professional with 30 years of comprehensive experience in the Pharmaceutical and Biopharmaceutical industries, specializing in Operations Management Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, and Project Management. Proven expertise in sterile operations within biologics and solid dosage forms, with a strong foundation in both sterile and non-sterile formulation manufacturing. Demonstrated success in managing projects from construction and commissioning phases through to commercial product supply, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards.Extensive experience overseeing Quality Assurance functions for drug substance and drug product manufacturing, with a deep understanding of the requirements and expectations of key international regulatory agencies. Successfully led multiple regulatory inspections, including serving as the key contact lead during FDA inspections.Recognized for strong leadership and cross-functional management skills, having led diverse technical teams across Europe and Asia, encompassing multiple functions, divisions, and time zones. Held senior leadership positions including Project Leader, Head of Quality, and Head of Operations, driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement. A collaborative and strategic leader committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality and operational performance. Operational experience includes operating at site level in India, Austria (short term assignment) and deputation to US site in Bloomington, Indiana. Managing Global team of Sandoz to get the products (Biologics including Drug substance, Drug product, combination products etc.) from partners located across Europe and Asia.

Experience

1. Director, External Manufacturing Network, Operational Stream Lead

   Ferring Pharmaceuticals

   Feb 2026 — Present · Mumbai, IN