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Rinku Patel

Piscataway,NJ

Summary

Professional leader with extensive experience in driving strategic initiatives and fostering effective team collaboration. Strong background in project management, budget oversight, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring organizational goals are met efficiently. Known for adaptability, reliability, and focus on achieving impactful results. Skilled in leveraging data-driven insights, optimizing processes, and mentoring teams to excel in dynamic environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager - VNOE Orchestration & Automation

Verizon
05.2023 - Current
  • Oversee Orchestration NF on-boarding, Marketplace support & development, Support Budget for Orchestration & engineering.
  • Led a team of 6 onshore & 5 offshore (VZ-India) Network Function On-boarding developers to meet yearly POR goals.
  • Identify & remove challenges for On-boarding Network Function developers to allow for timely delivery of applications to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross organizational teams to identify areas to inject automation to maximize efficiency..
  • Invoke Agile Methodology to increase velocity of stakeholders deliverables.
  • Ensure 99.99% of Marketplace uptime.
  • Strengthen Marketplace security protocols by collaborating with Verizon security organization.
  • Organized & drove a bi-weekly maintenance schedule to deliver bug & enhancement to solidify the foundation and customer experience of Marketplace.
  • Enhance support for stakeholders by leveraging Slack automation.
  • Delegate enhancement or support tickets to Marketplace developers ensuring timely delivery.
  • Manage Vendors to secure monthly, quarterly & yearly financial target is achieved.
  • Commence yearly SOW renewal & change request as needed.
  • Mentored, developed & coached 6 interns from various colleges as a part of Verizon internship program.
  • Successfully completed Verizon Pre-Leadership program.

Manager- FP&A Verizon Global Network & Technology

Verizon
11.2021 - 05.2023
  • Led the planning & execution of annual purchase order goals for Verizon Core, Edge & Transport project facilitating the nationwide deployment of 5G network.
  • Prioritize projects and allocate resources efficiently to ensure timely execution of capital budget spend.
  • Conducted thorough quote reviews and negotiated pricing, to obtain capital savings for the business.
  • Monitored CAPEX and OPEX purchase orders, managed vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials to achieve 100% financial receipts on our investments.
  • Evaluated pre-purchasing of material to ensure stakeholders deliverables on time and within budget.
  • Managed inventory and implemented controls to ensure that inventory is tracked accurately and efficiently.
  • Manage to inspire effective teams and mentor team members to achieve their full potential.

PRODUCTION PROCUREMENT COORDINATOR

Verizon
12.2019 - 11.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services, meeting project deadlines.
  • Negotiated favorable supplier contracts for improved product quality and cost savings.
  • Developed strong relationships with key suppliers, enabling faster response times and better pricing options.
  • Created detailed reports on procurement activities to inform senior management decisions regarding budget allocations and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Responsible for Data Management within internal verizon portal.
  • Accurately processed shopping carts for purchase order release in a timely and effective manner using Nsap/SRM. For shopping carts – Equipment Project (Internl Verizon Cloud supporting 5G), Logistics, Minor Material and Transport.
  • Maintained Order tracking via Google sheets, Vendors, GRs, PO reconciled within internal Portal and Warehouse Collaboration.
  • Accurately purchased production plan by executing purchase order to manufacturers resulting in accurate physical receipt dates.
  • Developed a purchasing process which streamlined the request for quotations, purchase order creation & material production tracking to ensure supply chain.
  • Accelerated and verified delivery of hardware with frequent communication to vendors to minimize delays of shipments.
  • Initiated necessary escalation to supplier management to assure timely receipt at the LSI Facility.
  • Supported 5G delivery requirements and addressed any manufacturing defects/challenges at the supplier's facility.
  • Strategically forecasted business-critical hardware to ensure timely availability for procurement.
  • Established methodologies to balance inventory with resource utilization.
  • Monthly up keep of GR Process, including review of vendor invoices, matching of the Purchase Order.
  • Executed data reporting of capital production procurement budget for Verizon Cloud teams. Remediated open items, overdue dates, missing receipts and late payments.

Immigration - Legal Support

Larsen & Toubro InfoTech LTD
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Provide legal direction for H-1B transfer initiation for all Citibank contractual positions Nationwide.
  • Co-Piloted enhancement of on-boarding new hires with HR Director and Recruitment teams with direct coordination with the attorney office.
  • Compiled client application packets and included relevant documentation to present strongest case for successful outcome.
  • Contributed to the development of internal resources, such as templates and checklists, streamlining workflow processes.
  • Streamlined immigration case processing by efficiently organizing and maintaining client files.
  • Conducted client intake interviews to determine client service need and eligibility.
  • Coordinated the back office(India) for all pending immigration cases (e.g. H-1B Extensions, Green Cards and L-1B Visas) and Law firm on a daily basis.
  • Manufactured critical information from employees to understand their visa needs, provide guidance and direction for all documentation for Travel, Extension and Amendment arrangements.

Office Manager & IT Support

Diaspark, Inc
03.2008 - 03.2010
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support for executive-level staff, ensuring that their needs were met promptly and accurately in order to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to ensure easy access to critical information for decision-making purposes.
  • Plan and coordinate firm wide events like Trade Shows, Exhibitions, Meetings and Annual parties.
  • Provided HR & Legal Support for New Hire enrollment, first Point of Contact with nationwide relocation & Accommodation Management.
  • IT Support – function involves support for 30 onsite staff and Regional back office (India) support for internet and Server management for business solution needs.

Business Development Manager

India Tribune
03.2000 - 08.2005
  • Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
  • Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
  • Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
  • Planned and coordinated several marketing, advertising campaigns, events to maintain and enhance the growth of the business.
  • Responsible for developing and executing various marketing strategies to enhance the circulation of newspaper, presence and visibility of India Tribune brand in Tri-State. Responsible for account payables and expense management of the New York office operations & administration in general.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry

M.G.Science
Gujarat India
06.1997

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Team Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Cloud Management
  • Supply Chain Optimization
  • Budget Management

Accomplishments

    Successfully completed Verizon Pre-leadership Program

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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