Renata Narain

• Scouting new innovative technologies from academia and industry that create impact within the life sciences and biotechnology sector. • Evaluating potential of the technology in the market. Identify pathways to commercialize R&D activities for SME’s through non-dilutive funding. Engage with partners globally to initiate R&D projects.

• Part of consulting Team that provided a solution for the integration of Blockchain and IOT technology into Supply Chain operations of Pharmaceutical and FMCG companies.

• Formulated product pricing and scheduling for long-term contracts and service agreements for Sappi, Mondi, Cipla and SA Sugar. • Forecasted and managed stock levels of fast-moving products lines. • Development of market strategies from analysis of entry points, pricing and product advantages • Provided product training workshops and facilitated internal knowledge transfer sessions.

• Delivered laboratory product solutions in the field of Bioscience, consulted researchers on the layout of laboratory environments, which included Bio Safety Level Facilities for HIV, TB and Tissue Culturing. • Provided guidance and support to team on products applications and key account matters.

• Streamlined day to day sales activities related to pathology product lines. • Fielded and resolved account related queries, including invoicing, crediting and back-order reports. • Provided support to representatives dealing with Pathology Labs.