Raymond Martinelli

  

Biography:

Military Experience: 7.1 years

Work Experience: 14.5 years

Work Experience:

Ray is a results-driven leader and US Marine Veteran with over 13 years of experience in managing complex operational portfolios, specialized managed services, and P&L responsibilities. He has a vast background optimizing supply chains, logistics networks, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving cost reductions. Throughout Ray's career he has demonstrated a strong track record of leading cross-functional teams and implementing strategic initiatives that boost market share and profitability. His success stems from a passion to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards while delivering exceptional service.


Military Service:

  • Rank: Sergeant

    Branch/Position: Marine Corps

    Period: June 1991 - July 1998

    Occupation: Logistics Mobility Chief

    Security Clearance: None

    Duties Description:
    The logistics/mobility chief coordinates, plans, conducts and supervises logistics, embarkation, and landing support operations throughout the Marine Corps. They are also responsible for unit level logistics and embarkation training. They coordinate all combat logistics functions to deploy and sustain Marine combat forces of a MAGTF and its attached units. Coordinate general engineering support; Perform the general duties of an LCE operations chief; Coordinate health services support; Coordinate maintenance support.

Work history:

  • Job Title: Station Operations Manager

    Company: Amazon

    Period: April 2023 - September 2024

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
    Role Description:

    Lead site facility operations team collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve station goals. Responsible for staffing and employee development, facility improvements, P&L, and project execution. 

     · Led cross-functional teams of 100+ associates, fostering a culture of excellence while strengthening departmental coordination and resource allocation. 

    · Analyzed station metrics and performance data to identify bottlenecks, implementing targeted solutions that enhanced operational productivity by 19.4%. 

    · Maintained rigorous quality control standards and safety protocols, ensuring compliance
    while driving continuous operational improvements.  

    · Led station operations, achieving a 18.2% increase in efficiency and enhancing team collaboration. 

    · Spearheaded cross-functional improvement projects, eliminating operational bottlenecks and
    strengthening interdepartmental workflow coordination.  

  • Job Title: Senior Regional Manager

    Company: Amazon

    Period: April 2021 - April 2023

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • Lean Practitioner
    Role Description:

    Led 5 delivery station teams collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve regional goals. Responsible for staffing, employee development, safety, quality improvements, and project execution. 

    •   Led diverse teams across multiple facilities and geographically dispersed locations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and implementing best practices for standardization. 
    • Spearheaded regional process improvement initiatives, reducing operational bottlenecks and strengthening supply chain resilience. 
    • Led regional team to exceed operational targets, enhancing market share and driving revenue growth. 
    • Fostered collaborative relationships, improving team performance and customer satisfaction. 
    • Analyzed market trends, providing insights that informed successful business strategies. 
    • Resolved complex challenges, resulting in improved processes and increased profitability. 
    • Streamlined cross-functional operations between warehouses and delivery networks, enhancing logistics efficiency and improving customer satisfaction metrics.  
  • Job Title: Delivery Station Operations Manager

    Company: Amazon

    Period: July 2020 - April 2021

    Role Description:

    Lead site facility operations team responsible for staffing and employee development, facility improvements, fleet, contractor integration, P&L, and project execution. 

    • Led cross-functional teams of 80+ associates, fostering a culture of operational excellence while maintaining safety protocols and quality standards. 
    • · Orchestrated daily operations for a high-volume delivery station, optimizing last-mile logistics and maintaining consistent delivery performance standards.  
    • Analyzed station metrics to identify bottlenecks, implementing targeted process improvements that enhanced package sorting efficiency and reduced dispatch times. 
    • · Maintained comprehensive performance tracking systems, ensuring adherence to delivery targets while developing action plans for continuous improvement and fleet management. 
    • · Managed team performance, achieving consistent delivery targets and operational excellence.  
  • Job Title: Supply Chain Director and DoD Cybersecurity Subject Matter Expert

    Company: NJ Manufacturing Extension Program Inc. (NJMEP)

    Period: February 2018 - July 2020

    Role Description:

    Led the supply chain and U.S. Department of Defense contracting compliance products for manufacturers collaborating with organizational departments, state and municipal entities, private third parties, and diverse stakeholders. 

    •  Developed comprehensive supply chain risk management frameworks and advanced manufacturing capabilities strengthening vendor compliance and operational resilience. 
    • · Spearheaded implementation of secure digital transformation initiatives across manufacturing operations, ensuring DFARS/CMMC alignment while modernizing processes. 
    • · Orchestrated supplier assessment programs incorporating cybersecurity protocols, enhancing supply network integrity and reducing vulnerability exposure. 
    • · Led cross-functional teams in implementing security-first supply chain protocols, fostering improved communication between operations and security departments. 
    • · Designed risk-based supplier evaluation matrices integrating CMMC requirements, enabling data-driven vendor selection and reduced compliance gaps. 
    • · Pioneered secure digital transformation roadmaps aligned with DFARS standards, facilitating seamless technology adoption while maintaining regulatory adherence.  
  • Job Title: Senior Project Manager, Acting Director

    Company: TBL Services, Inc. (a BDP International Company)

    Period: January 2011 - December 2018

    Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

    • Six Sigma Green Belt
    Role Description:

    Guided pharmaceutical, medical, and chemical manufacturing clients supply chains and logistics networks as a 3PL and lead consultant for these industries.

    •  Orchestrated strategic planning sessions with pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing stakeholders, fostering alignment between business objectives and project deliverables
    • Spearheaded enterprise-wide project initiatives, establishing standardized methodologies that enhanced delivery consistency and stakeholder satisfaction. 
    • Led cross-functional teams in complex logistics implementations, ensuring successful project completion while maintaining scope and quality benchmarks. 
    • Developed comprehensive risk management protocols, minimizing project disruptions and strengthening operational resilience. 
    • Implemented agile project management frameworks, streamlining workflow processes and improving team productivity across multiple departments. 
    • Executed strategic portfolio optimization, aligning project selection criteria with business value drivers and stakeholder priorities.  
  • Job Title: Director of Operations

    Company: NJ Veteran Support.org

    Period: October 2024 - present

    Role Description:

    • Led strategic planning and operational improvements to enhance logistics, customer satisfaction, and 

    stakeholder engagement. 

    • Managed vendor relationships, supply chain optimization, and program execution, aligning with 

    organizational goals. 

    • Fostered a culture of accountability and innovation within the team, resulting in increased donor 

    engagement and operational efficiency. 


Education:

  • University of Alabama

    Bachelor's Degree – Commerce and Business Administration

    Period: September 2026

  • County College of Morris

    Associate's Degree – Business Administration

    Period: September 2026

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