Michael Pallud

Michael Pallud currently serves as the Director of Operations at Laboratoires Forte Pharma, where he leverages his extensive expertise in supply chain management to drive operational excellence and strategic growth. In this role, he oversees the end-to-end supply chain processes for a dynamic portfolio of health and wellness products, ensuring seamless coordination across procurement, production, logistics, and distribution. Michael’s leadership is pivotal in managing a complex network that supports a turnover of over $500 million, with a focus on optimizing costs, enhancing product quality, and reducing lead times to meet evolving customer demands.

At Forte Pharma, Michael is deeply involved in strategic supply chain planning, collaborating closely with business units to develop accurate demand forecasts and implement robust supply planning strategies. His expertise in inventory management and finished goods sourcing ensures that the company maintains optimal stock levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence. Additionally, he spearheads new product introductions, overseeing the entire lifecycle from sourcing to delivery, ensuring smooth market launches and supply continuity.

Michael’s pragmatic and reactive approach to operations, combined with his change management skills, enables him to lead cross-functional teams through transformation initiatives that improve efficiency and agility. His focus on logistics—ranging from reception and storage to order preparation and delivery—ensures that customer satisfaction remains a top priority. With a strong foundation in supply chain optimization, demand planning, and operations management, Michael Pallud continues to drive Forte Pharma’s success by aligning operational capabilities with strategic business objectives in a highly competitive industry.