Parimala Desai

About Parimala Desai

Passionate about the transformative potential of ML and AI models, I am an enthusiastic learner eager to explore their diverse applications and benefits to businesses. With a strong foundation in business and a keen interest in technology, I am excited about evaluating and solving complex business and operational challenges through the strategic implementation of ML and AI solutions. I am a data-driven leader with proven track record in product management, product development strategy, program management, and project management within e-commerce and oil & gas industries. I have successfully delivered innovative technology solutions enhancing customer experience and reducing operational costs through collaboration with cross-functional teams ensuring on-time and within-budget project execution. I am proficient in stakeholder management, strategic planning and execution, and driving technology adoption across teams.I have a strong background in business process improvement within e-commerce and oil and gas EPC construction sector. Proven expertise in analyzing complex workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing strategic initiatives to optimize project execution and drive operational excellence. Skilled in streamlining processes, enhancing productivity, and maximizing cost savings.Industry subject matter expert (SME) with a proven consulting track record in advising oil and gas operators and EPC contractors on technical challenges, operational solutions to optimize project execution enhancing safety and driving cost savings, and root cause analysis of complex problems. Proven experience in project management, subcontract negotiation, regulatory compliance. Skilled in aligning digital strategies with business objectives, leading change management, and fostering a culture of digital innovation by leveraging emerging technologies, and data analytics.Experienced investor program fellow in the climate tech space, driving growth and success of impactful startups. Identified and evaluated promising investment opportunities, conducted market analysis, due diligence, and refined startup pitch decks. Startup advisor experienced in offering strategic guidance in problem discovery, market research and sizing, product development, go-to market strategies, and marketing communications to drive higher conversion rates through the marketing funnel.

Experience

1. Senior Program Manager

   Amazon

   Dec 2023 — Present · Austin, TX, US

Education

• Rice Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Bangalore University

  Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering

  2001 — 2005

• North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

  MS, Mechanical Engineering

  2007 — 2008

Skills

• Ms Project
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Project
• Finite Element Analysis
• Project Engineering
• Ansys
• Research
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Epc
• Mechanical Engineering
• Matlab
• Autocad
• Engineering
• C
• Project Management
• Solidworks