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Celeste Culver

Saginaw,MI

Summary

Dynamic Division Manager with extensive experience at DHT Inc., excelling in project management and regulatory compliance. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, transforming underperforming divisions into profitable entities. Skilled in financial analysis and fostering strong vendor relationships, driving performance improvements and strategic growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Gravel Train Division Manager

DHT INC.
Reese, MI
02.2012 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships with customers, employees, and vendors to foster collaboration.
  • Collaborated with bidders for precise project estimations and efficient contract finalization.
  • Coordinated with vendors post-contract to ensure adherence to schedules and enhance productivity.
  • Monitored division performance against goals and budgets for ongoing improvement.
  • Managed team dispatch to guarantee timely deliveries while enforcing job safety protocols.
  • Promoted initiatives for cost control, quality assurance, and waste reduction.
  • Recruited and qualified a diverse vendor and trade base to achieve divisional objectives.
  • Facilitated project team meetings to address challenges hindering transformation project progress.

Division Manager

Blumfield Secure Transport ( A division of DHT)
Kawkawlin , MI
01.2019 - 06.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive investigations of government regulations for delivery service compliance.
  • Engaged contractors, architects, and regulators to maintain stringent compliance standards.
  • Supported vehicle design initiatives ensuring successful inspections for hauling operations.
  • Determined properties meeting security regulations for transport services.
  • Produced promotional materials and executed cold calling strategies to attract partners.
  • Facilitated hiring by conducting interviews, building a skilled team.
  • Educated new hires on compliance responsibilities and enforced regulatory adherence.
  • Traveled throughout Michigan to acquire new customers.

Division Manager Landscape and Excavating

DHT Inc.
Reese, Mi, MI
01.2016 - 01.2019
  • Managed Landscape and Excavating division, overseeing product staging and sales strategy.
  • Developed radio advertisements to attract public interest and increase sales.
  • Sold bituminous products alongside diverse road and driveway materials.
  • Learned equipment operation and assembled optimal team for excavation challenges.

Division Manager Flat Bed Division

DHT, Inc.
Reese, MI
02.2012 - 02.2016
  • Managed flatbed drivers from hiring through dispatching, achieving operational efficiency.
  • Secured daily work assignments for division, ensuring consistent workflow.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods.
  • Monitored division performance against goals and budgets to drive accountability.
  • Conducted regular employee reviews to evaluate performance and identify training needs.
  • Transformed underperforming division into a profitable operation within six months.
  • Expanded equipment fleet in response to increased demand and revenue generation.

Dispatcher

DHT Inc.
Reese, MI
03.2014 - 01.2016
  • Dispatcher of 50 drivers for the Gravel train division.
  • As jobs would come in, I would dispatch drivers and equipment that best suited the situation.
  • Facilitate employee training and scheduling.

Office Manager

Mean Erectors
Saginaw, MI
11.2008 - 12.2011
  • Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable to ensure accurate financial records.
  • Processed payroll efficiently, adhering to deadlines and compliance regulations.
  • Compiled weekly union reports to maintain clear communication with stakeholders.
  • Prepared job bids by analyzing project requirements and estimating costs.

Coordinated notices of commencement and notices of furnishing for project documentation.

  • Delivered exceptional customer service within steel industry, resolving inquiries promptly.
  • Oversaw financial transactions, maintaining accuracy in record-keeping and reporting.

Owner - Triple O Transport

Self Employed
Saginaw, MI
06.2001 - 11.2008
  • Streamlined logistics operations, ensuring efficient and timely delivery of goods.
    Cultivated strong customer relations to improve service satisfaction and retention levels.
    Led employee staffing processes that aligned workforce skills with operational demands.
    Administered financial functions, including accounts payable and receivable for transportation transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Bio Medical

Davenport University
Saginaw, MI
06-2000

PharmacudicalTechnician

Saginaw Valley State University
Bay City, MI

Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Safety

MITA

Bituminous And Concrete Certification

Ferris State University
Big Rapids, MI

Skills

  • Project and vendor management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Financial analysis
  • Customer service
  • Performance monitoring
  • Logistics coordination
  • Division development
  • Public relations
  • Training implementation

Affiliations

  • Board of Directors ARC (Association of Retarded Citizens)
  • Scholarship Committee - DHT Inc.
  • Scholarship Committee - Sargent Companies
  • Prepared meals for 100 - 150 people every Sunday Old Town Christian Outreach
  • Project make a difference - organized and collected food and clothing for the less fortunate.

Timeline

Division Manager

Blumfield Secure Transport ( A division of DHT)
01.2019 - 06.2021

Division Manager Landscape and Excavating

DHT Inc.
01.2016 - 01.2019

Dispatcher

DHT Inc.
03.2014 - 01.2016

Gravel Train Division Manager

DHT INC.
02.2012 - Current

Division Manager Flat Bed Division

DHT, Inc.
02.2012 - 02.2016

Office Manager

Mean Erectors
11.2008 - 12.2011

Owner - Triple O Transport

Self Employed
06.2001 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Science - Bio Medical

Davenport University

PharmacudicalTechnician

Saginaw Valley State University

Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Safety

MITA

Bituminous And Concrete Certification

Ferris State University