
Dr. Michael A. Terrell Jr., DBA
Senior Director of Operations
Dr. Michael A. Terrell Jr., DBA, is the Senior Director of Operations at SEEL, bringing extensive leadership experience in operational efficiency, strategic sourcing, and supply chain management. His executive background spans 30 years in the automotive industry, including 20 years dedicated to strategic procurement leadership and management consulting.
Michael expertly directs complex supplier ecosystems through comprehensive contractor and vendor management, balancing service-level agreements, risk mitigation, and cost efficiency.
He leverages deep expertise in P&L management, driving profitability, financial stewardship, and high-impact cost optimizations across organizations. His acumen is further grounded in his academic research, highlighted by his doctoral dissertation focusing on program management dynamics across electric vehicle (EV), hybrid, and internal combustion engine (ICE) platforms, as well as change management frameworks. As a published author of Procurement 101 and Road to Self-Actualization, he specializes in building resilient teams and streamlining enterprise workflows.
He holds a Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) from National University (formerly Northcentral University), an MBA from Baker College, and the Certified Professional Procurement Consultant (CPPC) designation.
Outside of his professional career, Michael is a family man happily married to his wife, Carolyn, with three children and four grandchildren. He is an avid automotive enthusiast who enjoys golfing and fishing in his spare time.
