SARAVANAN MANAVALAN is a Team Lead at Parijat Industries India Pvt. Ltd., a company that provides innovative solutions for various industries that require active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). He has over 23 years of experience in organic synthesis and process engineering, with an MS in Organic Chemistry and multiple certifications in process safety and leadership.He leads the plant-oriented R&D team and the MSAT-BU team, which handle all the technical aspects of the business unit, from vendor evaluation to regulatory queries. He is responsible for ensuring quality compliance, safety, and process robustness, as well as for implementing continuous improvement initiatives, such as cost reduction, environmental friendliness, and supply chain management. He has multiple patents and awards for his excellence and contribution to the field. He is passionate about solving complex problems and delivering high-quality products that meet the customer's needs and expectations.