Chaminda Rammandala

• Lead global circular economy and reverse logistics initiatives supporting Meta’s Net Zero strategy across hardware and data center supply chains.

• Partner with sustainability engineering, infrastructure, supply chain, and external vendors to embed circular economy principles into operational programs.

• Develop governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms for leadership to monitor sustainability performance and carbon reduction progress.

• Strengthen supplier sustainability engagement and compliance through structured vendor governance and contractual sustainability requirements.

• Improve traceability and emissions reporting for recycled materials, supporting Scope 3 emissions management and regulatory compliance.

• Led enterprise sustainability initiatives supporting Apple’s 2030 Net Zero commitment across global channel operations.

• Collaborated with engineering, procurement, logistics, and operations teams to integrate low-carbon materials and circular product design strategies.

• Supported supplier decarbonization initiatives aligned with Science Based Targets and corporate climate goals.

• Contributed to development of carbon accounting methodologies and lifecycle emissions tracking frameworks.

• Prepared executive reports and investment cases supporting sustainability technology adoption and emissions reduction programs.

• Implemented manufacturing waste reduction and circular material flow initiatives aligned with Tesla’s sustainability objectives.

• Partnered with engineering and operations teams to improve energy efficiency and reduce operational environmental impacts.

• Supported sustainability performance monitoring across manufacturing processes.

My doctoral research examined consumer perceptions of labor exploitation in supermarket supply chains, specifically exploring whether purchasing decisions are influenced more by product price or ethical considerations. The study analyzed how awareness of labor practices affects consumer behavior and highlighted the tension between affordability and moral responsibility in global retail markets.

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance My MBA research examined how different ethnic communities living in London perceive and use credit cards. The study explored cultural influences on financial decision-making, including attitudes toward credit, spending behavior, and risk perception. The research provided insights into how financial institutions can better understand diverse consumer segments when designing credit products and financial services.

This program focused on product development and operations management, with emphasis on lean management principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and quality control systems. The coursework developed strong analytical and process improvement skills aimed at optimizing product lifecycle management, operational efficiency, and quality assurance within manufacturing and supply chain environments.