Rinku Patel
Piscataway
Summary
Program Manager at Verizon specializing in cloud orchestration and automation. Achieved 99.99% Marketplace uptime through strategic planning and team empowerment. Known for building collaborative partnerships and driving financial stewardship, consistently exceeding project goals and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager - VNOE Orchestration & Automation
Verizon
Branchburg
05.2023 - Current
- Lead and inspire a diverse global team of 11 to drive end-to-end orchestration and onboarding of Network Functions (NF), advancing Marketplace innovation and alignment with Verizon’s strategic vision.
- Foster a culture of continuous growth, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve POR goals and exceed delivery expectations.
- Champion automation and agile methodologies to elevate efficiency, resilience, and platform stability.
- Achieve and sustain 99.99% Marketplace uptime while strengthening security posture through strategic partnerships with cybersecurity teams.
- Cultivate trusted vendor relationships and steward financial performance to meet budget and contract milestones.
- Mentor and uplift emerging talent through Verizon’s internship and leadership development initiatives.
Manager - FP&A Verizon Global Network & Technology
Verizon
Branchburg
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Provided strategic leadership in capital planning and financial management for Verizon’s Core, Edge, and Transport 5G initiatives.
- Partnered cross-functionally with stakeholders to optimize procurement strategies and achieve financial excellence.
- Negotiated key supplier agreements and drove capital savings through data-driven insights.
- Ensured alignment of CAPEX/OPEX investments with business priorities and long-term growth objectives.
Production Procurement Coordinator
Verizon
Branchburg
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Built collaborative relationships with suppliers to support seamless 5G program execution and timely hardware delivery.
- Drove procurement efficiency and innovation through process improvements and proactive vendor management.
- Provided actionable insights to leadership through streamlined reporting and inventory optimization.
Immigration - Legal Support
Larsen & Toubro InfoTech LTD
Edison
07.2018 - 05.2019
- Guided end-to-end immigration case management, fostering seamless experiences for employees and stakeholders.
- Streamlined onboarding and compliance processes through collaborative engagement with HR and legal partners.
Office Manager & IT Support
Diaspark, Inc
Edison
03.2008 - 03.2010
- Directed daily operations and empowered staff through effective leadership and collaborative problem-solving.
- Coordinated corporate initiatives and IT support to ensure seamless business continuity.
Business Development Manager
India Tribune
Manhattan
03.2000 - 08.2005
- Cultivated meaningful client relationships and led strategic marketing campaigns to drive business growth.
- Enhanced brand visibility and market presence through visionary leadership and collaborative partnerships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
M.G. Science
Gujarat, India06.1997
Skills
- Visionary leadership
- Program and project management
- Cloud orchestration and automation
- Strategic planning
- Financial stewardship
- Team empowerment
- Collaborative partnerships
- Agile innovation
- Marketplace excellence
- Cross-functional influence
Certification
- Verizon Pre-leadership Academy Program( 2024)
Timeline
Program Manager - VNOE Orchestration & Automation
Verizon
05.2023 - Current
Manager - FP&A Verizon Global Network & Technology
Verizon
11.2021 - 05.2023
Production Procurement Coordinator
Verizon
12.2019 - 11.2021
Immigration - Legal Support
Larsen & Toubro InfoTech LTD
07.2018 - 05.2019
Office Manager & IT Support
Diaspark, Inc
03.2008 - 03.2010
Business Development Manager
India Tribune
03.2000 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
M.G. Science
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