Abir Banerjee - Independent Consultant

Q: Where is Abir based?

Abir is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Abir speak?

Abir speaks the following languages: German (Elementary), English (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Abir have?

Abir has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Abir has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months . Note that Abir may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Abir's latest experience?

Abir's most recent position is Independent Consultant — Project Management at Freelance .

Q: What companies has Abir worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Abir has worked for Freelance , GRI Pharma , Guidepoint , Cobetter Filtration , and Cytiva (Formerly GE Healthcare Life Sciences) .

Q: Which industries is Abir most experienced in?

Abir is most experienced in industries like Biotechnology , Pharmaceutical , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Abir most experienced in?

Abir is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Quality Assurance (QA) , and Sales . Abir also has some experience in Operations , Strategy and Planning , and Procurement and Purchasing .

Q: What is Abir's education?

Abir holds a Master in Business Management from Dublin City University , a Master in Biotechnology from KIIT University and a Bachelor in Biotechnology from KIIT University .

Q: Does Abir have any certificates?

Abir has 6 certificates . Among them, these include: Agile Project Management Professional Certificate , Diploma In Bioreactor Design , Diploma In Certified Associate In Project Management, SAP Activate, Primavera P6, and Planning And Estimation .

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Berlin, Germany

Experience

Jan 2025 - Nov 2025

11 months

Berlin, Germany

Independent Consultant — Project Management

Freelance

Managed complex CAPEX and process enhancement projects for Guidepoint, AlphaSights, L.E.K. Consulting, and NanoHelix involving cleanroom expansions, automated bioprocess systems, and validation program rollouts.
Established and maintained comprehensive project schedules integrating engineering, validation, quality assurance, and operations milestones ensuring GMP compliance and regulatory readiness.
Oversaw FAT/SAT coordination with vendors for bioprocess skids, monitoring instrumentation calibration, and clean utility validation protocols.

Jun 2024 - Dec 2024

7 months

Berlin, Germany

Technical Project Management Consultant

GRI Pharma

Led bioprocess equipment upgrade projects focusing on chromatography resin replacement and buffer prep system qualification within cGMP frameworks.
Facilitated cross-functional risk assessment and mitigation planning applying FMEA and structured change control to minimize regulatory risk.
Achieved 2-7% cost savings through supplier rationalization, value engineering, and optimized scheduling of CQV activities.
Supported validation teams on protocol creation, execution review, and compliance reporting per Annex 1 and comparable standards.

Apr 2023 - Mar 2024

1 year

Dublin, Ireland

PM and Process Advisor

Guidepoint

Developed PM frameworks for CMC technology transfer projects ensuring integrated vendor qualification, process validation, and engineering handovers for new commercial biomanufacturing lines.
Designed KPI dashboards and milestone tracking for manufacturing readiness levels (MRLs) improving decision-making transparency at operational and executive levels.
Implemented risk and change control standardization facilitating compliance with EMA/FDA good manufacturing practices.

Feb 2023 - Jul 2023

6 months

Dublin, Ireland

Project Manager

Cobetter Filtration

Directed installation and qualification of single-use filtration and tubing assemblies in aseptic processing cleanrooms, ensuring full compliance with GMP and ISO standards.
Controlled validation life cycle including FAT, IQ/OQ/PQ and cleaning validation maintaining synchronization of documentation and batch records.
Managed vendor quality assurance and corrective action reporting to maintain supplier compliance standards and reduce 0.3-2% deviation incidents.

Jun 2022 - Jan 2023

8 months

Dublin, Ireland

PM and Process Strategy Advisor

Guidepoint

Mar 2019 - May 2021

2 years 3 months

Mumbai, India

PM/Sales Specialist

Cytiva (Formerly GE Healthcare Life Sciences)

Delivered comprehensive CAPEX projects for upstream mammalian cell culture and downstream purification including bioreactors, tangential flow filtration (TFF), and chromatography systems.
Led cross-functional teams through project execution applying Lean and Kaizen methods to improve schedule adherence and project cost efficiency.
Ensured rigorous process validation and commissioning documentation aligned with cGMP guidelines and client quality standards.
Coordinated cross-functional teams on a critical COVID vaccine manufacturing project, applying Lean and project management methodologies to maintain progress during time-sensitive, challenging conditions.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Biotechnology (4 years), Pharmaceutical (2.5 years), and Professional Services (0.5 years).

Biotechnology

Pharmaceutical

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (5.5 years), Quality Assurance (4.5 years), Operations (2 years), Sales (2 years), Procurement (0.5 years), and Production (0.5 years).

Project Management

Quality Assurance

Operations

Sales

Procurement

Production

Summary

Project Manager & Biopharma Specialist with 5+ years of experience leading CAPEX, CMC, cleanroom, and validation projects in GMP-regulated environments across Europe and Asia. Proven track record of delivering complex bioprocess equipment installations, facility commissioning, and regulatory-ready documentation on time and within budget.

Combines technical mastery in aseptic processing, single-use technologies, and bioprocess scale-up with strategic leadership in risk management, vendor negotiation, and Lean/Six Sigma optimization. Skilled at aligning technical deliverables with business objectives, driving cost savings, and accelerating manufacturing readiness for CDMOs and global pharma.

Recognized for clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and team motivation in multicultural settings. Adept at bridging engineering execution with business strategy, ensuring compliance with FDA, EMA, and ICH standards while enabling organizational growth in competitive biopharma markets.

Skills

Technical Skills:

Bioprocess Engineering Project Leadership (Equipment Procurement: Chromatography Skids, Bioreactors, Centrifuges; Clean Utilities: Wfi, Cip/sip; Automation: Scada, Dcs)
Capex Lifecycle Management (Conceptual Design, Urs, Fat/sat, Iq/oq/pq)
Validation Lifecycle Coordination Within Gxp Frameworks (Vmp, Protocol Review, Batch Record Audits, Deviation Investigation)
Upstream & Downstream Process Knowledge; Gmp Aseptic Manufacturing; Single-use Systems; Critical Parameter Monitoring
Lean, Six Sigma, And Risk-based Approaches (Fmea, Hazop) For Compliance With Fda, Ema, Ich Q7, Annex 1
Risk & Change Management (Impact Assessments, Decision Logs, Mitigation Strategies, Audit Readiness)
Vendor & Subcontractor Management (Technical Compliance, Quality Deliverables, Cost-effective Execution)

Soft Skills:

Strategic Planning & Prioritization Under Tight Timelines
Stakeholder Communication & Cross-functional Collaboration
Leadership In Multicultural, Regulated Environments
Conflict Resolution & Negotiation With Vendors/partners
Decision-making Under Uncertainty And Risk
Adaptability To Evolving Project Scope And Regulatory Changes
Team Motivation, Coaching, And Performance Management
Strong Documentation, Reporting, And Presentation Skills

Languages

German

Elementary

English

Elementary

Education

Oct 2021 - Jun 2022

Dublin City University

MSc in Business Management · Business Management · Dublin, Ireland

Oct 2017 - Jun 2019

KIIT University

MTech in Biotechnology · Biotechnology · Bhubaneswar, India

Oct 2013 - Jun 2017

KIIT University

BTech in Biotechnology · Biotechnology · Bhubaneswar, India

Certifications & licenses

Agile Project Management Professional Certificate

Atlassian

Diploma In Bioreactor Design

Alison

Diploma In Certified Associate In Project Management, SAP Activate, Primavera P6, Planning And Estimation

Alison

ISO 13485:2016, 9001:2015, Cleanroom 6&7 And 14971:2019

Alison

AI For Business Leaders, Business Strategy And Project Management

Microsoft

Data And Business Analysis

Microsoft

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Abir based?

Abir is based in Berlin, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Abir speak?

Abir speaks the following languages: German (Elementary), English (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Abir have?

Abir has at least 5 years of experience. During this time, Abir has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 1 year and 11 months. Note that Abir may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Abir be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Abir would be well-suited for roles such as: Independent Consultant — Project Management, Technical Project Management Consultant, PM and Process Advisor.

What is Abir's latest experience?

Abir's most recent position is Independent Consultant — Project Management at Freelance.

What companies has Abir worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Abir has worked for Freelance, GRI Pharma, Guidepoint, Cobetter Filtration, and Cytiva (Formerly GE Healthcare Life Sciences).

Which industries is Abir most experienced in?

Abir is most experienced in industries like Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Abir most experienced in?

Abir is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Quality Assurance (QA), and Sales. Abir also has some experience in Operations, Strategy and Planning, and Procurement and Purchasing.

What is Abir's education?

Abir holds a Master in Business Management from Dublin City University, a Master in Biotechnology from KIIT University and a Bachelor in Biotechnology from KIIT University.

Does Abir have any certificates?

Abir has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: Agile Project Management Professional Certificate, Diploma In Bioreactor Design, Diploma In Certified Associate In Project Management, SAP Activate, Primavera P6, and Planning And Estimation.

What is the availability of Abir?

Abir is immediately available full-time for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Abir?

Abir's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.