Russell Manzella
About Russell Manzella
Russell Manzella is a Senior Engineering Manager at ACV Auctions, where he oversees the development of vehicle inspection and data products. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering and a Master's degree in Business Administration, and has previously worked at Synacor in various engineering management roles.
Work at ACV Auctions
Russell Manzella serves as a Senior Engineering Manager at ACV Auctions since 2020. In this role, he oversees the development of vehicle inspection-related products and data products that focus on vehicle valuation post-inspection. He leads initiatives to merge technology and workflow processes from three separate companies to create a new vehicle inspection platform. Additionally, he spearheads cost-saving measures through process efficiencies and improved contract terms with third-party vendors, resulting in significant monthly savings for the company.
Education and Expertise
Russell Manzella earned a Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering from the University at Buffalo School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, completing his studies from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Business Administration and Management from the University at Buffalo School of Management, studying from 2018 to 2021. His educational background equips him with a blend of technical and managerial expertise, essential for his current role in engineering management.
Background
Prior to his tenure at ACV Auctions, Russell Manzella worked at Synacor for a total of five years, first as a Principal Engineer from 2010 to 2015 and later as a Senior Manager from 2015 to 2020. During his time at Synacor, he managed a Professional Services organization with operations in multiple locations, including Pune, Delhi, Tokyo, and Buffalo. He was responsible for overseeing project engineering, maintenance, and security operations, as well as maintaining customized product lines for over 40 clients.
Achievements
In his current role at ACV Auctions, Russell Manzella has successfully led efforts to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. His initiatives in improving contract terms with third-party vendors have resulted in substantial savings for the company. Additionally, he has played a key role in integrating technology and workflow processes from different companies, contributing to the development of a new vehicle inspection platform.