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Fred Plascencia Jr

Porterville,CA

Summary

Dynamic Credit, Collection, and Banking leader with over 20 years of experience. With 18 years in the Sub-Prime Auto Industry, specializing in both indirect and direct dealer loans. Proven track record of managing rapid change and achieving exceptional delinquency and loss results. High-energy team leader with a strong ability to motivate and retain top performers, seeking opportunities in the Financial or Housing industry with a focus on face-to-face interaction.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Collections Servicing Manager

Zinc Auto Finance
12.2021 - 09.2024
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Collections Advisor Credit Approval

Don Roberto Jewelers
08.1999 - 11.2022
  • Managed a diverse portfolio of accounts, applying tailored strategies for successful resolution of each case.
  • Negotiated payment plans with customers to prevent accounts from entering collections.
  • Located customers with overdue accounts and solicited payment in compliance with fair debt collection practices.
  • Monitored account histories to identify trends, enabling proactive actions in addressing potential delinquencies.

Consumer Loan Servicing Manage

Beneficial State Bank
08.2017 - 09.2021
  • Improved loan servicing efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and workflow improvements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate loan information to borrowers.
  • Reduced delinquency rates through proactive borrower outreach and communication strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, ensuring full compliance within the team''s work processes and procedures.

Collections Consultant Collector Supervisor

Challenge Financial
08.2014 - 08.2017
  • Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.

Field Agent

NCCI/IFMI
05.2013 - 08.2017
  • In person-outreach engage customers and provide actionable intelligence. NCCI drives engagement and delivers results.
  • Occupancy Certifications validate occupancy at property to comply with various servicing guidelines.
  • Collateral inspections take pictures of collateral and provide them to client.

Accounts Payable Property Manager

Rs Property Management
06.2009 - 07.2014
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Maintained positive landlord-tenant relationships, ensuring clear communication and prompt resolution of any disputes.
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and proactively addressing potential safety hazards.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.

Field Chase Collector

Daniel's Home Center
12.2012 - 07.2013
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly targets, promoting a positive work environment and boosting overall productivity.
  • Contacted customers to discuss payment schedules and set up or immediately process payments.
  • Field visit past due customers and encourage them to continue to pay.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk

Yosemite Waters
09.2008 - 02.2010
  • Managed electronic payment systems to streamline payment processes and reduce errors.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries regarding billing or payment matters, resulting in improved client satisfaction levels.
  • Managed collections and follow-up on past-due accounts to speed up payments and minimize risk.
  • Maintained detailed aging reports on outstanding balances owed, enabling accurate assessment of company''s cash position at any given time.

Collections Consultant Supervisor

Daniel's Home Center
01.2008 - 05.2008
  • Call customer 1-120 days past due to encourage them to pay.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
  • Enhanced communication among team members to foster collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Auto Collections Consutent

Credit One Financial
05.2007 - 01.2008
  • Call and collect on past due auto loans.
  • Call and educate the customers the importance on making payment on time.
  • Skip trace to locate our customer or the collateral.

Customer Service Collections Manager

La Canasta Furnishings
11.2002 - 05.2007
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for new hires, elevating team performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve overall company revenue and customer retention.
  • Leveraged industry best practices in managing daily operations of the collections department effectively.
  • Managed ongoing relationships with external third-party collection agencies to ensure optimal outcomes were achieved on all assigned accounts.

Education

Medical Billing/Claims Examiner - Medical

American Career College
CA
10-2009

High School Diploma -

Sunny Hills High School
Fullerton, CA
06-1999

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Sub-Prime Auto Loan Servicing
  • Collection Strategy & Risk Management
  • Recruiting & Staffing
  • Recruiting & Staffing
  • Remarketing Collateral
  • Employee Training & Development
  • Auction Flooring

Accomplishments

    - Managed all aspects of ZINC Auto Finance, achieving an average delinquency rate under 4% and net annualized losses under 6%.

    - Promoted and mentored 10+ supervisors over 15 years, fostering leadership development.

    - 18+ years in Sub-Prime Auto, including 3+ years in remarketing.

    - 15+ years of management experience; 5+ years in property management; 5+ years in accounts receivable/accounts payable.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Collections Servicing Manager

Zinc Auto Finance
12.2021 - 09.2024

Consumer Loan Servicing Manage

Beneficial State Bank
08.2017 - 09.2021

Collections Consultant Collector Supervisor

Challenge Financial
08.2014 - 08.2017

Field Agent

NCCI/IFMI
05.2013 - 08.2017

Field Chase Collector

Daniel's Home Center
12.2012 - 07.2013

Accounts Payable Property Manager

Rs Property Management
06.2009 - 07.2014

Accounts Payable and Receivable Clerk

Yosemite Waters
09.2008 - 02.2010

Collections Consultant Supervisor

Daniel's Home Center
01.2008 - 05.2008

Auto Collections Consutent

Credit One Financial
05.2007 - 01.2008

Customer Service Collections Manager

La Canasta Furnishings
11.2002 - 05.2007

Collections Advisor Credit Approval

Don Roberto Jewelers
08.1999 - 11.2022

Medical Billing/Claims Examiner - Medical

American Career College

High School Diploma -

Sunny Hills High School
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