Vorrapong Surachaikulwattana
Senior Director, Supply Chain Management
DKSH
Vorrapong is an accomplished professional with over 15 years of specialized experience in healthcare supply chain management, coupled with a solid background in Engineering. Vorrapong holds a Master of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Leibniz University Hannover, Germany, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. Recognized for his talent in fostering collaboration across varied functional areas, Vorrapong has consistently achieved outstanding results by spearheading projects to fulfill strategic objectives.
Currently holding the position of Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations at DKSH (Thailand) Limited, Vorrapong oversees the comprehensive management of the healthcare supply chain, including inbound, outbound, and transportation operations. With direct management of a team of over 1000 employees across 3 expansive healthcare distribution centers, Vorrapong has been instrumental in coordinating large-scale initiatives, such as the successful distribution of 80 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine throughout Thailand.
Throughout his career, Vorrapong has been recognized for his innovative thinking and operational expertise. He has effectively introduced automation solutions to streamline packing operations, resulting in significant cost savings and increased productivity. During his time at DKSH, he led pioneering projects including the introduction of voice picking systems and innovative cold chain packaging solutions. Additionally, his strategic approach to logistics management has led to substantial reductions in transportation costs through detail-oriented planning and execution. Vorrapong's unwavering commitment to efficiency and excellence consistently delivers concrete benefits, establishing him as a respected leader in the healthcare supply chain industry.