Tushar Chaudhari is a seasoned technology executive with over 24 years of global experience driving digital transformation, enterprise SAP implementations, and data governance across the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors. Currently serving as a Senior Manager at a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing company, Tushar plays a pivotal role in shaping enterprise technology strategy, optimizing global operations, and delivering innovative solutions that align with business goals.
A Trailblazer in Global SAP S/4HANA Implementations
Tushar’s leadership in the implementation of SAP S/4 HANA has been a cornerstone of his success. At West Pharmaceutical Services, he led a greenfield implementation of SAP S/4HANA in the sourcing and procurement domain—culminating in a successful global go-live on January 1, 2021, amidst the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. His efforts standardized supply chain processes across global facilities, improving procurement agility and transparency.
Strategic Leadership in Pandemic Response
Tushar’s exceptional strategic insight came to the forefront during the global COVID-19 crisis. He actively contributed to supply chain logistics for vaccine component manufacturing, ensuring seamless material planning and prioritization during a critical phase of global health response. His work directly impacted the global vaccine supply chain, demonstrating how enterprise technology can be leveraged for public good.
Advancing Manufacturing Through Innovation
During his tenure at Continental AG, Tushar led the successful deployment of SAP Plant Maintenance modules across facilities in Serbia, Denmark, and Ireland. This transformation not only delivered real-time analytics on equipment downtime but also resulted in significant cost reductions through spare part harmonization and inventory optimization.
Collaborating closely with software engineering teams, Tushar pioneered a consumer-grade user experience for shopfloor operators using Microsoft Azure, Zebra handheld devices, and Windows tablets—significantly boosting platform adoption and operational efficiency.
Architect of Enterprise Data Governance Frameworks
Tushar is also a recognized authority in Enterprise Data Governance. At his current organization, he led the development of a modern onboarding platform for supplier and material master data, leveraging Microsoft Azure MAUI for scalable, automated, and traceable workflows. His initiative introduced departmental KPIs, enhanced compliance, and established a robust data governance framework that has become a benchmark in the industry.
Transformational Impact at IBM
Tushar’s illustrious 12-year career at IBM saw him lead complex SAP projects for top-tier clients like Johnson & Johnson, Juniper Networks, and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics. His role in integrating procurement, logistics, and warehouse processes into unified SAP systems helped clients achieve cost optimization and operational harmonization across North America and LATAM.
He also developed best practice frameworks in global procurement, which have been adopted across industries—underscoring his influence in shaping modern supply chain practices.
Industry Recognition and Thought Leadership
Tushar is an active contributor to the industry knowledge base, having authored technical papers on SAP implementation best practices and innovative approaches to data governance. He is the recipient of multiple industry awards for his leadership in global SAP rollouts, data governance innovation, and enterprise-wide technology transformation.