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Douglas Lawrence

Dallas,TX

Summary

Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic, knowledge and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to face new challenges with a successful team.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Matrix Auto Sales
Garland, TX
04.2015 - Current
  • Managing all aspects of project execution, including progress of each phase, quality of workmanship and vendor performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Established policies keeping business agile and responsive to changing market conditions as well as maintaining records which are compliant with all local and state authorities.
  • Set, updated and enforced policies to maintain consistency and quality at all levels.

Purchasing Agent

Vic Garrett Motors Inc.
Shreveport, LA
06.2013 - Current
  • Assist the Owner in developing consistent inventory service levels to meet the retail and wholesale needs of his business.
  • Select Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles via local auto auctions and electronic platforms to make strategic automotive purchases to satisfy customer needs.
  • Analyze competitive prices, products and market-related information.

Operations Manager

Transpo Funding Corporation
Dallas, TX
05.1993 - 05.2018
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines.
  • Performed regular floor plan field audits to insure accurate asset verification in order to minimize floor plan risk
  • Evaluated client performance to assess metrics and make proactive adjustments to future plans.

Certified Automotive Technician

L&L Automotive
Garland, TX
06.1987 - 04.1992
  • Worked closely with ownership and team members to develop customer specific solutions to maximize profitability, meet deadlines and to insure long term customer satisfaction.
  • Communicated with customers to explain estimates and provide expected delivery and repair timelines; addressed customer questions or concerns to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Completed simple and advanced repairs according to specifications for both under hood systems as well as under car systems such as brakes, suspension tune up and electrical.

Store Manager

Wyatt Cafeterias
Dallas, TX
06.1982 - 04.1987
  • Developed and implemented promotional strategies to drive business success and maintain budgetary guidelines.
  • Secured store perimeter and enforced procedures to minimize losses and protect store assets.
  • Delegated work to employees based on shift requirements, individual strengths and unique training.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

Skills

  • Inventory Control
  • Project Organization
  • Client Relations
  • Merchandising
  • Cost Reduction
  • Bidding processes

Timeline

Owner

Matrix Auto Sales
04.2015 - Current

Purchasing Agent

Vic Garrett Motors Inc.
06.2013 - Current

Operations Manager

Transpo Funding Corporation
05.1993 - 05.2018

Certified Automotive Technician

L&L Automotive
06.1987 - 04.1992

Store Manager

Wyatt Cafeterias
06.1982 - 04.1987

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Michigan University
Douglas Lawrence