Neil Bedolla

Military Service:

• Rank: Captain

  Branch/Position: Marine Corps

  Period: September 2017 - August 2022

  Occupation: Logistics Officer

  Security Clearance: Top Secret Clearance

  Duties Description:
  Logistics officers plan, coordinate, execute and/or supervise the execution of all logistics functions and the six functional areas of tactical logistics: supply, maintenance, transportation, general engineering, health services, and services. Logistics officers serve as commanders or assistants to the commanders of tactical logistics units/elements and as members of general or executive staffs in the operating forces, supporting establishment, and joint staffs.

Work history:

• Job Title: Senior Product Manager - AI/Ecommerce Platforms

  Company: Ingram Micro

  Period: February 2024 - present

  Role Description:

   · Directed
  cross-functional teams to develop and launch AI software products, oversee
  project timelines, mitigate risk, feature prioritization, and stakeholder
  communication to ensure on-time delivery and alignment with business
  objectives. 

  · Led the development
  and launch of strategic initiatives for e-commerce platforms, including the
  integration of advanced financial systems to support subscription upgrades and
  the implementation of a B2C-facing rewards program, enhancing user retention and
  driving measurable increases in customer engagement and recurring revenue by
  over 32%. 

  · Partnered with
  engineering, data science, and enterprise architecture teams to implement ML Ops
  workflows, enhancing model training and deployment cycles for predictive
  analytics. 

  · Integrated
  enterprise-level SaaS solutions, enabling analytics and insights, resulting in
  a 20% increase in user engagement. 

  · Cultivated strong
  relationships with internal and external stakeholders, influencing outcomes
  without formal authority and managing competing priorities in a dynamic
  environment.  

• Job Title: Product Manager - Data Integration/E-commerce Platforms

  Company: Ingram Micro

  Period: November 2022 - February 2024

  Role Description:

   · Directed strategic
  initiatives focused on data mapping, revenue optimization, and user engagement
  strategies, improving visibility and data integrity across the organization’s
  ecosystem. 

  · Developed features
  within an e-commerce platform to enhance the user experience, driving 12% increase
  in engagement. 

  · Managed product
  roadmap across entire product development lifecycle, implemented risk
  management strategies and protocols, translating business requirements into
  prioritization backlog and development efforts.  

  · Collaborated with
  engineering, UX, and database teams to implement data integration development
  workflows.  

• Job Title: Senior Program Manager-Data and Operations Integration

  Company: United States Marine Corps

  Period: April 2021 - July 2022

  Role Description:

   · Managed complex
  supply chain programs using data management tools like Oracle and SAP, ensuring
  scope, budget, schedule, and risk mitigation aligned with project goals and
  organizational strategy. 

  · Spearheaded
  enterprise-wide process improvements, driving efficiency through enhanced
  change management, software adoption, and data-driven decision making.  

  · Utilized tools such
  as Tableau and JIRA for performance tracking and reporting, ensuring compliance
  and quality control.  

• Job Title: Program Manager-Data Analytics and Systems Optimization

  Company: United States Marine Corps

  Period: August 2019 - April 2021

  Role Description:

   · Managed
  cross-functional projects and supply chain programs, delivering strategic
  objectives for sustainment operations. 

  · Implemented
  operational process improvements to remove bottlenecks, increase capacity, increase
  throughput, and reduce inventories with respect to supply chain operations
  including procurement, resource allocation, ensuring mission success. 

  · Developed and
  implemented data management frameworks for maintenance operations, enhancing readiness
  by 40%. 

  · Utilized data
  analytics tools to drive process efficiencies, prioritization, and risk
  management. . 

• Job Title: Program Manager-Systems Management

  Company: United States Marine Corps

  Period: January 2019 - August 2019

  Role Description:

   · Led cross-functional
  teams to design, implement, manage, and optimize organizational wide programs
  in alignment with strategic objectives, resulting in a 26% increase in operational
  readiness. 

  · Managed dependencies
  and mitigated risks across multiple concurrent projects while delivering
  on-time results in a dynamic environment. 

  · Directed maintenance
  management programs with oversight of combined accounts valued at $175MM,
  ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and cost optimization.   

• Job Title: Program Manager – Supply Chain Programs

  Company: Wesco Aircraft

  Period: January 2017 - August 2017

  Role Description:

   · Directed and managed
  supply chain operations using Oracle SCM to strategically drive objectives,
  reduce inefficiencies, and maintain project budget for clients resulting in a 70%
  increase in sales. 

  · Managed over $5,000,000
  of c-class hardware and chemical inventories to maintain inventories on behalf
  of clients   

• Job Title: Shipping and Receiving Manager

  Company: Coaster Company

  Period: September 2014 - December 2016

  Role Description:

   · Managed and directed warehousing
  operations using Oracle warehouse management software to track $150,000 of
  daily inbound/outbound shipments 

  · Trained, mentored, and developed team of
  over 50 dockworkers to meet daily, quarterly, and yearly objectives  

• Job Title: Senior Program Manager – Operational Logistics

  Company: United States Marine Corps

  Period: October 2022 - June 2024

  Role Description:

   · Coordinated
  logistical support operations for Large Scale Exercise (LSE), Valiant Shield,
  and other service-level training exercises, ensuring seamless execution of multi-unit
  deployments and operations, directly impacting readiness and mission success
  for over 5,000 personnel annually. 

  · Sourced critical
  operational requirements by interfacing with the Defense Logistics Agency
  (DLA), facilitating the procurement and distribution of supplies and equipment
  valued at $25M in direct support of tactical-level units. 

  · Managed all
  logistical support operations, including transportation, supply chain
  coordination, and equipment maintenance, achieving a 30% reduction in
  operational downtime through streamlined processes and proactive resource
  allocation. 

  · Analyzed supply chain
  data to identify opportunities for process optimization and cost savings,
  presenting actionable recommendations to senior leadership.  

Education:

• Cornell University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) – Business Adminstration/Management

  Period: July 2024 - present

• California State University, Long Beach

  Bachelor's Degree – Journalism, Communication Studies

  Period: August 2009 - May 2014