“Lead with purpose, execute with precision, and live by the Scout Law.”
William “Bill” Sneddon is a distinguished executive leader with over 45 years of experience shaping operational excellence across logistics, supply chain, procurement, and manufacturing. From founding startups to steering strategic transformations at large-cap companies, Bill’s career is a blueprint of discipline-driven execution, deep functional expertise, and people-first leadership.
With a foundation built at West Point and sharpened by military service in the U.S. Army, Bill embodies the leadership values of service, integrity, and accountability. His military background as a commissioned officer in Air Defense Artillery and Armor—earning accolades such as the Meritorious Service Medal—cultivated his ability to lead complex teams, manage high-stakes missions, and adapt decisively to change. These values continue to guide his executive presence in the corporate world today.
At Black Box Network Services, Bill spent over a decade in roles of increasing responsibility, including Director of Procurement & Distribution. There, he managed a $300M global procurement portfolio and executed a logistics consolidation initiative that reduced 31 distribution centers to one—cutting $4.5M annually in facility costs. His implementation of SAP procurement systems and a third-party refurbishment program also unlocked $14M in new customer revenue, demonstrating his mastery in integrating technology, process, and strategy to generate measurable business value.
Bill’s leadership has repeatedly transformed operational structures into agile, scalable ecosystems. At InnerWireless, where he served as Co-Founder and Vice President of Operations, he oversaw growth from inception to a $30M enterprise. By leading engineering, purchasing, manufacturing, and logistics functions, he helped pioneer disruptive wireless communication technologies and gain first-mover advantages in an emerging market.
His earlier career at Superior Magnetics and Texas Instruments reflects a steady climb through operational and engineering roles—from buyer and manufacturing engineer to director-level responsibilities. This long-standing exposure to procurement, quality assurance, logistics, and systems engineering helped him develop a nuanced understanding of every link in the supply chain.
An engineer by training, Bill holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point. His education laid the groundwork for his systematic thinking and data-informed decision-making approach. He continues to draw on this analytical foundation to design efficient systems, lead cross-functional teams, and cultivate supplier relationships based on performance and strategic alignment.
Known for his humility and sharp problem-solving instincts, Bill prefers leading from the trenches—whether that means mentoring junior professionals, helping scale a growth-stage company, or stepping into advisory roles. While he is not currently active on any formal boards, he previously served on the board of InnerWireless and remains engaged in leadership networks such as the West Point Society of North Texas and veteran academy associations.
Outside of the boardroom, Bill is a passionate Boy Scouts leader and lifelong outdoorsman who enjoys skiing, camping, hiking, and backpacking. His personal values align with the Twelve Points of the Scout Law, and his leadership reflects a deep commitment to character, community, and stewardship.
As he continues to explore opportunities to contribute his expertise, particularly in small to mid-cap organizations, Bill remains energized by the opportunity to help companies grow more strategically and avoid inefficiencies that slow scale or stunt innovation. His experience across public and private sectors, from military to manufacturing, makes him a rare and valuable asset for companies seeking transformational leadership rooted in purpose.
Character:
Bill exemplifies discipline, humility, and integrity in all leadership settings. His lifelong commitment to service and the Scout Law informs every decision and interaction.
Knowledge:
With deep technical and operational knowledge in aerospace, manufacturing, logistics, and procurement, Bill brings a rich, systems-based understanding of how to drive performance.
Strategic:
Bill’s ability to scale organizations and optimize operations is matched by his clarity of long-term vision. He creates structure, reduces waste, and builds high-performing teams around executable strategy.
Communication:
He communicates with calm authority and precision, facilitating alignment across technical and business units while mentoring future leaders with transparency and purpose.
