Sumala Cheedella

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About Sumala Cheedella

I’m a Program Manager with 5+ years of experience delivering high-impact initiatives across AI/ML, SaaS, IoT, Industrial, and federal sectors. I hold a STEM-designated MBA from Rice University and a Bachelor’s in Engineering. Actively seeking new opportunities: Program Management, Strategic Operations, Business Management E-mail: sumalacheedella01@gmail.com My expertise lies in leading cross-functional teams, aligning program execution with business goals, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery—whether it’s launching 0→1 initiatives, managing multi-million dollar programs, or optimizing complex vendor ecosystems. Delivered $15M+ programs across enterprise and federal domains, using Agile, PDLC, and risk mitigation frameworks Built and scaled KPI dashboards, SLA tracking systems, and forecasting tools (Power BI, SQL, Excel) to improve visibility and decision-making Managed 40+ suppliers and global stakeholders across engineering, operations, compliance, and finance Led AI/ML-focused programs and built AI automation workflows using n8n and GenAI, applying LLMs to streamline internal operations Co-founded and scaled an SME enablement initiative, supporting 67+ businesses and driving $1M+ in revenue Strong collaborator with senior leadership, vendors, and delivery teams across technical and non-technical functions Certified in Product Management, Google Ads, and Generative AI for PMs Open to relocation & remote anywhere in the United States If you’re looking for a strategic, execution-focused Program Manager who thrives in complex environments and drives measurable results, let’s connect.