Dr. Roxana Timmermans

Former Head Procurement External Manufacturing Biogen

Dr. Roxana Timmermans is a seasoned leader in global procurement and external supply within the pharmaceutical sector, with over 18 years of experience enhancing corporate profit and loss for Fortune 100 companies. Her expertise encompasses strategic partnerships, performance management, and advancing global external networks, particularly in large molecule supply chain operations. Roxana is recognized for her strategic vision, driving digital transformation in manufacturing, and fostering high-performance teams. With a PhD in Chemistry, her background merges scientific insight with business acumen, establishing her as a trusted advisor across multiple organizational functions. Her leadership has yielded significant cost savings, streamlined supply chain efficiencies, and fostered innovation in healthcare manufacturing.

Conference Day Two

11:00 AM ENHANCING PHARMA PARTNERSHIPS WITH AI

In an era where AI is transforming industries, this session delves into its role in reinforcing the bonds of trust and collaboration critical to pharma contract manufacturing partnerships. We'll discuss how AI not only complements but elevates the partnership dynamics between CMOs and pharmaceutical companies by providing advanced insights, optimizing operations, and facilitating more effective communication. The presentation will highlight the synergistic potential of combining AI's analytical prowess with the irreplaceable human elements of mutual respect, open dialogue, and aligned objectives.

Key takeaways:

  • Enhancing Partnership Synergy: How AI tools and analytics can deepen understanding, predict trends, and tailor strategies in CMO collaborations.
  • Innovating Together: Leveraging AI to transcend traditional transactional relationships, fostering a culture of joint innovation and long-term value.
  • Cultivating a Collaborative Ecosystem: The critical role of AI in supporting an environment of trust, transparency, and mutual success in the pharma sector.

12:00 PM FOCUS GROUPS: EVALUATING APROACHES & SOLUTIONS TO SHARED CHALLENGES

In this next session, we break into groups to evaluate the approaches discussed at this year’s event. What conclusions can we draw on the best ways forward on key challenges? Topics for discussion are:

  • BEST PRACTICE IN SELECTING EXTERNAL PARTNERS
  • ENSURING TRANSPARENT & EFFECTIVE COLLABORATIONS
  • ALIGNING EVOLVING BUSINESS NEEDS WITH PARTNERS
  • DEFINING KEY SUCCESS FACTORS IN 2024 & BEYOND 

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Dr. Roxana.

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