Justin Udenze
Senior Manager | Process Optimization, Organizational Leadership | Project Management Professional
- Role
- Sr Program Manager New Site Openings at Tesla
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Justin Udenze
PMP-certified program leader with 10+ years of experience delivering global initiatives across engineering, operations, and product development. Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex projects from concept to execution, with a focus on launch readiness, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement.In my previous role at Amazon, my focus as Senior Manager was steering the Global Engineering & Security Services team towards excellence in launch operations. We successfully deployed turn-key solutions across various geographies, from North America to Australia, ensuring seamless fulfillment and transportation project launches.With a strong foundation in organizational communication, my approach integrates robust people management with operational prowess. Our team\'s dedication to innovation empowers customers, contributing to a reputation for operational excellence and customer obsession.OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT, EFFICIENCY, & PERFORMANCE: I excel at driving impactful outcomes by integrating strategic insights, scalable processes, and data-driven decision-making. Leveraging global leadership, innovation, and operational expertise, I help propel business performance and organizational growth. Appointed as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, I advise on system migrations, product functionality road mapping, and process changes to accelerate engagement and productivity.SUCCESS BY THE NUMBERS: Addressed $256.2M shortfall in missed throughput opportunity and improved operational efficiency and time to reach goals. Revised build schedules and procedural standards for Amazon Robotics projects. Designed operational efficiency initiatives, business intelligence dashboards, and training content. Delivered $47M in cost-savings. Reduced mechanical downtime 81.28% YoY. Drove down costs for Amazon Robotics modules, leading initiative to optimize resources and reduce cost. Reduced time required for revisions 25%, improving operational efficiency. Reduced high defect rates by 40%. Reduced steady-state operations and improved efficiency 20%. Revised build schedule, improving operating standards for GEN11 buildings (34 sites). Set a record for 12-week entitlement in Gen. 11 buildings and finance hours.LEADERSHIP STYLE: As an advocate for leading cross-functional teams and hiring performance-driven talent, I have led recruiting initiatives and represented Amazon at major industry conferences including National Society of Black Engineers and AfroTech. I am committed to fostering a culture where diverse talents thrive.
Experience
Sr Program Manager New Site Openings
Sep 2025 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US
SCOPE: Support the launch of new Service, Collision, and Refurbishment sitesDrive operational readiness, cross-functional alignment, and launch executionContribute to Tesla’s mission to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy
Education
California State University-San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Organizational Communication, General
2010
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