Arindam Chatterjee
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in regulatory compliance and project management, specialising in advanced formulation for industrial bakery fats. Demonstrates proficiency in clean-label product development, dairy alternative creation, and frying oil technology. Skilled in innovative process design, regulatory and quality compliance, cost optimisation, and recipe engineering. Proven track record in commercial scale-up and production, delivering market-driven solutions tailored to client needs. Adept at technical sales and customer support with full product lifecycle management experience. Career focus on advancing fat modification techniques and market-driven product strategy to enhance industry standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Manager-R&D
United Food Company
Dubai, UAE
08.2018 - 12.2025
- Engineered next-generation, clean-label industrial oils portfolio, eliminating chemical fat modification.
- Developed non-hydrogenated, zero-trans-fat flagship products compliant with clean label standards.
- Spearheaded Vegetable Ghee creation, ensuring EU compliance and expanding global reach.
- Formulated Industrial Frying Oil, lowering oil absorption by 10%, generating AED 41.5 million in revenue.
- Innovated Premium Bakery Margarine line, boosting efficiency and reducing waste by 75%.
- Extended shelf-life of bread and biscuits by 15% through gluten-free Shortening development.
- Optimised Vegetable Ghee recipes, decreasing COGS by 3%, enhancing profitability.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and seize opportunities for new products.
Manager-R&D and Product Application
Adani Wilmar Limited
Hyderabad, India
07.2016 - 07.2018
- Managed R&D projects ensuring strategic alignment and timely delivery.
- Led cross-functional teams developing innovative products for market competitiveness.
- Developed low saturated fat chocolate coating and other specialised fats.
- Spearheaded frying oil innovations with KFC, enhancing product offerings.
- Set up pilot plants for fat modification research, driving innovation.
- Mentored 14-member multidisciplinary team fostering knowledge sharing.
- Implemented advanced research methodologies improving testing efficiency.
- Optimised resource allocation across projects aligning with organisational goals.
Product Development Manager
Arani Agro Oil Industries Limited
Kakinada, India
05.2013 - 05.2016
- Introduced product innovations for specialty fats across chocolate, confectionery, frozen dessert, and bakery sectors.
- Led initiatives to re-engineer processes, enhancing quality and reducing costs.
- Developed oleo chemical innovations utilising by-products to maximise efficiency.
- Delivered customised technical solutions and training to clients.
- Implemented quality assurance systems including ISO, HALAL, and KOSHER standards.
- Increased sales volume from 600 TPM to 1,000 TPM within one year.
- Conducted comprehensive market research to influence product design strategies.
- Collaborated with design teams to integrate research findings into product development.
Manager-Quality Assurance
Emami Biotech Ltd.
Krishnapatnam, India
06.2011 - 05.2013
- Achieved ISO certifications for 9001, 14001, 22000, and OHSAS-18001 within eight months.
- Developed effective quality assurance system as Management Representative for multiple standards.
- Led quality assurance team to implement robust control protocols across production.
- Coordinated cross-functional audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Reviewed product specifications to uphold high quality standards during manufacturing.
- Established supplier relationships to secure quality materials and processes.
- Identified growth opportunities through detailed market research initiatives.
- Delivered superior quality Vanaspati and Bakery shortening to enhance customer satisfaction.
Assistant Manager-R&D
Acamlar Oils & Fats Limited
Kakinada, India
08.2008 - 06.2011
- Managed quality assurance system and new product development. Ensured HACCP and food safety compliance. Developed cost effective blends for biscuit fat and bakery shortening. Created Trans free vanaspati innovation. Developed 10 different IE blends using various oils.
- Led research initiatives to develop innovative formulations for oils and fats.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and compliance.
- Managed project timelines and resources to ensure successful completion of R&D objectives.
- Conducted market analysis to identify trends and opportunities for new product development.
Manager
Technical (Auropol)
Kolkata, India
03.2003 - 08.2008
- Ensured quality system adherence and managed quality monitoring of production. Analyzed market samples for competitiveness. Successfully developed and commercialized co-agent of peroxide cure rubber for first time in India.
Education
M.Tech - Oil Technology
University of Calcutta
IndiaB.Tech - Chemical Technology - Oil Technology
University of Calcutta
IndiaB.Sc. - Chemistry Hons
University of Calcutta
IndiaSkills
- Regulatory compliance and quality assurance
- Project management skills
- Advanced formulation for bakery fats
- Healthy fat development strategies
- Dairy alternative innovation
- Frying oil technology expertise
- Process design innovation
- Cost-effective recipe engineering
- Production scale-up techniques
- Customized market solutions
- Technical customer support services
- Lifecycle management of products
LANGUAGES
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Affiliations
Member of Food and Beverage Regulatory Committee, , UAE
SEMINARS, TRAINING & WORKSHOP
- Jan 2009 - Jan 2009 HPLC and Modern testing instruments, Waters India Ltd
- Feb 2012 - Feb 2012 FSSAI and Schedule 4 Requirement with Special Emphasis on Edible Oils & Fats, The Solvent Extractors' Association of India
- Jan 2017 - Jan 2017 Training in Baking innovation, Wilmar Global R&D Shanghai, China
- Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 Workshop by Dubai Food Safety Authority, Dubai Food Safety Authority
- Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 Joint product Development, Palsgaard, Julesminde, Denmark
- Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 Conference on food labelling, Consulate of Italy, Dubai
- Jan 2019 - Jan 2019 Joint development, Palsgaard and Ceamsa, Paris, France
Timeline
Senior Manager-R&D
United Food Company
08.2018 - 12.2025
Manager-R&D and Product Application
Adani Wilmar Limited
07.2016 - 07.2018
Product Development Manager
Arani Agro Oil Industries Limited
05.2013 - 05.2016
Manager-Quality Assurance
Emami Biotech Ltd.
06.2011 - 05.2013
Assistant Manager-R&D
Acamlar Oils & Fats Limited
08.2008 - 06.2011
Manager
Technical (Auropol)
03.2003 - 08.2008
B.Tech - Chemical Technology - Oil Technology
University of Calcutta
B.Sc. - Chemistry Hons
University of Calcutta
M.Tech - Oil Technology
University of Calcutta