S A Ananthan
Chennai
Summary
Seeking a Top Management position as GM for Research and development, technology transfer, contract manufacturing in petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, flavor and fragrance, specialty chemicals, and the fine chemical industries.
This creative synthetic chemistry candidate holds a Doctorate of philosophy (PhD) in chemistry and has over 29 years of rich experience in synthetic organic chemistry research in the pharmaceutical industry, pilot plant studies, custom synthesis, API process development, innovative NCE scale-up, and commercial technology transfer. He also possesses supplementary expertise in developing analytical methods and validating them. Proven track record in handling novel and versatile reactions at all levels of industry requirements.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Assist. General Manager – R & D and Environment (HOD)
Cetex R&D centre
Chennai
06.2022 - Current
- Strategic Leadership, Project & Process Development, People & Team Management, Compliance & Quality and also Business & Customer Interface.
- Made sure that all operations pertaining to R&D, machinery, energy conservation, cost control, resource management, and personnel rationalization were effectively planned, organized, directed, controlled, and coordinated.
- The technique of hydrogenation transformed our current byproducts into goods with increased value.
- Ensuring proficient proficiency in process development, closely observing crucial process parameters, and providing guidance to the process control team for troubleshooting.
- Leadership in establishing and maintaining a safe working environment by guidance and example.
- Assessed reporting divisions' performance in relation to goals and took necessary action as necessary.
- Made sure that expectations are clear and that information is timely distributed to work groups.
- Group of Cetex Petrochemicals Ltd, Chennai
- Financial: The Company’s turnover was increased by ensuring that R&D targets were met in accordance with AOP and RRP requirements.
- Team Size: Coordinated efforts among Senior Manager, Manager, Assistant Manager, Manager, and Executive in R&D.
- Routine Deliverable: R&D sets targets and coordinates planning to accomplish the goals and objectives.
Senior Manager – R & D (HOD)
Cetex R&D centre
Chennai
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Process Development & Scale-up / Piloting's new product was implemented while closely following the 'Stage Gate Process.'
- Identify show-stoppers and problems in MOC, safety, operational, financial, and environmental aspects by conceptualizing understudied lab processes to a commercial scale.
- Conduct designing of experiments (DOE), gather and evaluate data, utilize scale-up software such as Visimix and DynoChem, and propose solutions to R&D teams.
- Produced engineering data in the laboratory to assist with scale-up operations (optimization, crystallization, distillation, filtration, drying, and reaction kinetics).
- In the phase of optimizing the lab process, recommend trials to produce engineering data points in the format specified for the lab development report.
- Group of Cetex Petrochemicals Ltd, Chennai
- Achievements: Developed few molecules likes Trans-Cinnamic acid, 3-methylcylohexanol; Methylcyclohexanol (MCH), 5-Methyl-3-heptanone; 5-Methyl-3-heptanol; 4 Methoxybenzophenone.
Manager – R & D and Q C
Cetex R&D centre
Chennai
06.2014 - 05.2018
- Designed, executed, and upheld the company's Quality Management System (QMS) in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
- Developed quality criteria, rules, and practices to guarantee compliance and uniformity throughout all operations.
- Conduct routine evaluations and audits to track the QMS's efficacy and spot areas for development.
- Oversaw the QA team's creation and execution of plans, strategies, and initiatives for quality assurance in order to accomplish goals and targets.
- Group of Cetex Petrochemicals Ltd, Chennai
- Achievements: Developed few API’s 2-Methyl cyclohexnol, MCH, Salicylic acid, Termeric acid and DL Mandalic acid.
Deputy Manager - R&D
Cetex R&D centre
Chennai
06.2012 - 05.2014
- I gained a thorough understanding of the waste sources, identified new options for treatment and recovery, and provided technical support to the reselling team on the commercialization of the recovered products while working directly with the sales and marketing team.
- Technology transfer for new products, product scaling, process assessment and validation for new products, and handling various manufacturing equipment.
- Possessing expertise in and experience with SOP, Validation protocols, Change control Deviation, Qualifications, and other aspects of Quality Management Systems.
- Group of Cetex Petrochemicals Ltd, Chennai
- Achievements: Developed few API’s 2-Methyl cyclohexnol, MCH, Salicylic acid, Termeric acid and DL Mandalic acid.
Scientist - R&D
Cetex R&D centre
Chennai
04.2007 - 05.2012
- As a member of the Revenue team, I created, determined, and prioritized product projects.
- Utilized competition and market analysis, consumer empathy, market and UX research, data analytics, and product metrics to generate fresh customer insights and rank product projects.
- Drafted comprehensive, in-depth requirement statements for the solutions.
- Group of Cetex Petrochemicals Ltd, Chennai
- Achievements: Developed some successful intermediate for Cinnamic alcohol, Hydrocinnamaldehyde, 3-Phenyl Propanol, Ethyl isoamyl ketone and Iso-E-super and some intermediate for Cinnarazine.
Senior Executive- Process Development
Cetex Petrochemicals ltd
04.2005 - 03.2007
- Designed novel procedures or enhanced pre-existing ones to maximize the efficiency of the production process.
- Designed, executed, and oversaw process trials in manufacturing facilities, pilot plants, and labs.
- To guarantee quality is maintained throughout large-scale production, the production process was scaled up through plant trials, modifications to raw materials or components, and adjustments to process parameters.
- Achievement: Designed novel process for improving yield for the products of Gabapentin (GABA) and Valproic acid (VA) Sodium vaproate, Divlaproex Sodium, Magnesium valproate, S-Pregabalin.
Sr. Executive – R&D
Sanmar Specialty Chemicals Ltd.
Berigai
09.1999 - 04.2005
- Establish and supervise the R&D Chemistry department, provide guidance, and monitor initiatives to stimulate creativity and the creation of new products.
- Developed novel procedures for highly sought-after products and enhanced the current product's process.
- Worked in conjunction with multidisciplinary groups to convert scientific discoveries into marketable goods.
- Sanmar Group
- Achievements: Leading payer of API and Fine chemicals, (4-Hydroxy-2-oxo-1-pyrrolidine acetamide, Zolpidic acid) Bulk drugs Pharma intermediates (CHAN CHEA, PMPAA, PMBC and PMA) and natural products.
Officer – R&D
Adhi Shrinath Chemicals Pvt. ltd
Chennai
10.1996 - 09.1999
- Started innovation in R&D, leading to the creation of new products to support marketing campaigns and promotions that provide 100% customer satisfaction and help the company reach its commercial objectives.
- Oversaw the creation of new products from conception to completion, including creating the product, locating suppliers, approving them, and choosing the necessary equipment.
- Lead and collaborated with a cross-functional team to accomplish project goals, including marketing, operations, finance, and quality assurance.
- Achievements: We have synthesized Pharmaceutical intermediates of Chloromethyl chloro sulphate (CMCS), 2-Methoxyethoxymethyl chloride (MEM Chloride), 5-Nitroindole, 4-Floroacetophenpne.
Education
Ph.D - Chemistry
University Madras
01.2014
M.Phil - Organic Chemistry
Annamalai University
01.2008
MBA - Operation Management
Madurai Kamaraj University
01.2005
M.Sc - Chemistry
NCT under Bharathidasan University
01.1996
B.Sc - Chemistry
TBMLC Porayar under Bharathidasan University
01.1994
Skills
- Chemical synthesis expertise
- API process development
- Literature research proficiency
- Elemental analysis techniques
- CRAMS task management
- Laboratory procedure execution
- Problem-solving skills
- Kilo lab operations
- Pilot plant operations
- Demonstration plant operations
- GMP and GLP knowledge
- Reagent management
- Project management skills
- Customer audit handling
- Route scouting expertise
- NCE/API synthesis creation
- Team leadership abilities
- Cost sheet development
- Supply chain collaboration
- Hazardous chemical management
- Eco-friendly production processes
- Adaptability and tenacity
Publications
1, Liquid-Phase Hydrogenation of Citral over Pt-Fe-TiO2 Catalysts.
S. A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Asian J. Chem., 23, 183-188 (2011).
2, Silica supported Bimetallic Catalysts for Liquid Phase Selective Hydrogenation of Citral.
S. A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Asian J. Chem., 23, 2115- 2120 (2011).
3. Liquid phase selective hydrogenation of Citral over bimetallic transition metal catalysts.
S. A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Int. J. Chem., 3, 55-66 (2011).
4. TiO2Supported Ru and Pt Nano Catalysts for Selective Hydrogenation of Citral.
S.A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. IEEE Xplore Proceedings of the “Green Technology and Environmental Conservation” (GTEC-2011), 05-11 (2011).
5. Liquid Phase Selective Hydrogenation of Citral Over Ru/TiO2 Nano Catalysts.
S. A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. IEEE Xplore Proceedings of the ”International Conference on Nanoscience, Engineering and Technology” (ICONSET2011), 23-29 (2011).
6. Synthesis and characterization of supported Pt and Ru catalysts: Effect of SMSI for Selective hydrogenation.
S.A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Int. J. Cur. Research, 4, 46-58 (2012)
7. MWCNT Supported Pt-Au Nanocatalysts for Liquid Phase Selective Hydrogenation of Citral.
S.A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Int. J. Modern Chem.,1, 45-57 (2012).
8. Carbon Nanotubes Supported Pt and Pt-Ru Catalysts for Selective Hydrogenation of Citral: Effect of Promoters and Thermal Activation of Catalysts.
S.A. Ananthan, V Narayanan, K Giribabu and R Suresh. Adv. Mater. Res., 584, 229-233 (2012).
9. Pt/MWCNT and Pt-Au/MWCNT Nanocatalysts for Liquid Phase Selective Hydrogenation of CItral.
S. A. Ananthan and V. Narayanan. Proceedings of the “National Conference in Renewable Energy, Sources, Applications and Technologies” [TRESAT-2012], 87-91 (2012).
10. Preparation and Characterization of Pt based Mono and Bimetallic Nano Catalysts over Application of Citral Hydrogenation.
S. A. Ananthan, V. Narayanan, R. Suresh and K. Giribabu. Asian J. Chem., 24, 5525-5529 (2012).
11.TiO2Supported Pt Based Bimetallic Nanocatalysts for Selective Hydrogenation of Citral
S. A. Ananthan, R. Suresh, K. Giribabu, R. Manikandan and V. Narayanan. Chem. Sci. Trans. 2013, 2(S1), S111-S122
12. Synthesis and characterization of bimetallic nanocatalysts and their application of selective hydrogenation of citral to unsaturated alcohols.
S. A. Ananthan, R. Suresh, K. Giribabu and V. Narayanan. J. Chem. Sci. Vol. 125, No. 6, 1365-1374 (2013).
References
- S. Mariyappan, Assist. Director, Clearsynth Research Centre, +91 7799799210, mariappan.s@clearsynth.com, Unit-1, Road No.14, Shed No.23, Phase-1, IDA Malapur, Hyderabad, Telangana, 500076, India
- D SenthiKumar, MD, Tamilnadu Petrochemicals Ltd, +91 9840093573, senthi@tnpetro.com, Manali Industrial area, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600068, India
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above given details are true and reliable to the best of my knowledge.
Languages
- Tamil
- English
Personal Information
- Passport Number: S2828550
- Passport Date Of Issue: 07/18/18
- Passport Expiry Date: 07/17/28
- Date of Birth: 06/06/72
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Assist. General Manager – R & D and Environment (HOD)
Cetex R&D centre
06.2022 - Current
Senior Manager – R & D (HOD)
Cetex R&D centre
06.2018 - 05.2022
Manager – R & D and Q C
Cetex R&D centre
06.2014 - 05.2018
Deputy Manager - R&D
Cetex R&D centre
06.2012 - 05.2014
Scientist - R&D
Cetex R&D centre
04.2007 - 05.2012
Senior Executive- Process Development
Cetex Petrochemicals ltd
04.2005 - 03.2007
Sr. Executive – R&D
Sanmar Specialty Chemicals Ltd.
09.1999 - 04.2005
Officer – R&D
Adhi Shrinath Chemicals Pvt. ltd
10.1996 - 09.1999
Ph.D - Chemistry
University Madras
M.Phil - Organic Chemistry
Annamalai University
MBA - Operation Management
Madurai Kamaraj University
M.Sc - Chemistry
NCT under Bharathidasan University
B.Sc - Chemistry
TBMLC Porayar under Bharathidasan University