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Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. is a leading multinational pharmaceutical company based across global locations. Each of our 24,000 plus employees comes to work every day for one collective purpose: to accelerate access to affordable and innovative medicines because Good Health Can’t Wait.

We started in 1984 with a modest investment, 20 employees and a bold vision. Today, we have research and development centres, manufacturing facilities or a commercial presence in 66 countries.

For nearly four decades, we have stood for access, affordability and innovation based on the bedrock of deep science, progressive people practices and robust corporate governance. As the pharmaceutical industry evolves and undergoes disruption, we see an opportunity – to strengthen our core further (the next steps) and to build the future (the new bets).

‘The Next and the New’ is how we aim to continue to be the partner of choice – purpose-driven, future-ready and sustainable. Our aim is to reach over 1.5 Bn+ patients across the world by 2030 by growing our core businesses and building for the future with sustainability at the core of our purpose and strategy. Sustainability for us means operating in a manner that respects people, planet and purpose – helping us conserve precious resources, serve our patients, create value for stakeholders, give back to society, fulfil our potential and maintain our integrity and transparency

Dr Reddy’s maintains a work environment, free from discrimination and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ & nurture all qualified diverse workforce without regard to race, colour religion, nationality, sex, age, disability status, genetics, sexual orientation, gender expression, citizenship or any other characteristic or classification protected by applicable law(s) of the country we operate in. We treasure every talent, and recognize merit and diversity in our organization.

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Job Description

The person will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial analysis to support Product Selection and Product Strategy, with the objective of effectively managing and maintaining the overall health of the Product Portfolio across the markets we carry. The role will involve evaluating product and portfolio performance, analysing financial trends, identifying key business drivers and providing actionable insights to support strategic and operational decision-making.

He/she will also be responsible for managing the annual Product R&D Budget, including budgeting, forecasting, tracking of actual spends and preparation of Monthly Latest Estimates (LE). The incumbent will work closely with relevant business and functional stakeholders to understand key cost drivers, monitor budget utilisation, analyse variances against plan and highlight potential risks and opportunities. The role will also support the preparation and evaluation of business plans, forecasts and financial scenarios to enable informed resource allocation decisions.

In addition, the role requires the incumbent to take ownership of various Finance Digitalisation and Analytics initiatives, with a focus on improving the efficiency, accuracy and accessibility of financial information. This will include supporting the development and continuous improvement of finance dashboards, automating recurring reporting and analytical activities, and ensuring the accuracy and timely upkeep of financial metrics across relevant dashboards.

The incumbent will be expected to work with large and diverse datasets, develop meaningful financial and business insights, and translate complex analysis into clear recommendations for stakeholders. The role requires strong collaboration across Finance, Product, R&D and other cross-functional teams, along with the ability to independently drive analytical assignments and digitalisation projects from conceptualisation through implementation.

Qualifications

• MBA in Finance / CA, with around 3–5 years of relevant experience in FP&A, Business Finance or a similar financial planning and analysis role.

• Strong understanding of financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, including preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, Latest Estimates and variance analysis.

• Good command over compilation, analysis and interpretation of financial statements, cost management, preparation of budgets and business plans, and evaluation of financial and business performance.

• Strong business and commercial acumen, with the ability to connect financial performance with underlying business, product and operational drivers.

• Familiarity with data visualisation and Business Intelligence tools such as Tableau and Power BI, with an ability to use dashboards effectively for financial reporting and decision support.

• Flair for Big Data Analytics, with the ability to work with large datasets, identify patterns and relationships, and convert data into meaningful business insights.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an attention to detail and an orientation towards understanding root causes rather than limiting analysis to reported numbers.

• Ability to analyse historical and emerging trends, perform variance and scenario analysis, identify risks and opportunities, and draw actionable insights from financial and operational data.

• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate financial analysis and insights in a clear and structured manner to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders, manage multiple priorities and take ownership of deliverables within agreed timelines.

• A digital and continuous-improvement mindset, with an interest in identifying opportunities to automate financial processes, simplify reporting and strengthen data-driven decision-making.

Benefits Offered

At Dr. Reddy’s we actively help to catalyse your career growth and professional development through personalised learning programs.

The benefits you will enjoy at Dr. Reddy’s are on par with the best industry standards. They include, among other things and other essential equipment, joining & relocation support, family support (Maternity & Paternity benefits), learning and development opportunities, medical coverage for yourself and your family, life coverage for yourself.

" Our Work Culture

Ask any employee at Dr. Reddy’s why they come to work every day and they’ll say, because Good Health Can’t Wait. This is our credo as well as the guiding principle behind all our actions. We see healthcare solutions not only as scientific formulations, but as a means to help patients lead healthier lives, and we’re always attuned to the new and the next to empower people to stay fit. And to do this, we foster a culture of empathy and dynamism. People are at the core of our journey over the last few decades. They have been supported by an enabling environment that buoys individual ability while fostering teamwork and shared success. We believe that when people with diverse skills are bound together by a common purpose and value system, they can make magic.

For more details, please visit our career website at https://careers.drreddys.com/#!/"