Pratyush Kumar Panigrahi
About Pratyush Kumar Panigrahi
Pratyush Kumar Panigrahi serves as the Manager of Proposals and Contracts at CALYX in Hyderabad, India, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in contract management within the pharmaceuticals industry, having held various roles at Parexel and other organizations.
Work at CALYX
Pratyush Kumar Panigrahi has been serving as the Manager of Proposals and Contracts at CALYX since 2021. In this role, he leads a diverse team that includes Senior Leads, Leads, Senior Specialists, and Specialists. He collaborates closely with the Commercial Management Team and the Strategic Pricing Team to enhance contract execution processes. His responsibilities include facilitating strategy meetings to identify client requirements and developing proposals, pricing, and study conduct strategies.
Previous Experience in Contract Management
Before joining CALYX, Pratyush worked at Parexel in various capacities related to proposals and contracts. His roles included Contract Developer II, Contract Manager, and Senior Contract Specialist, spanning from 2014 to 2020. He gained experience in strategic deals and negotiation of rate cards and agreements, contributing to his strong background in pharmaceuticals industry contract management.
Educational Background
Pratyush Kumar Panigrahi holds a Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology from Utkal University, which he completed from 2005 to 2008. He furthered his education with a Master of Science in Applied Microbiology from KIIT University, graduating in 2010. Additionally, he obtained an Executive Post Graduate Certification in Strategic Management from the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, in 2022.
Experience in Clinical Research
Pratyush has a background in clinical research, having worked at Excel Life Sciences as a Clinical Research Coordinator and Clinical Trial Assistant from 2011 to 2013. He also served as a Patient Care Advisor at Indegene Lifesystems Pvt. Ltd. in 2011. These roles provided him with foundational knowledge and skills in clinical operations.
Team Leadership and Recruitment
In his current position at CALYX, Pratyush plays a crucial role in the recruitment, hiring, and training of staff within the Proposals and Contracts department. His leadership ensures that the team is well-equipped to meet client needs and execute contracts effectively.