TRACEY A. SUCHOMSKI
Bay City
Summary
Results-driven logistics operations leader specializing in fleet management and cost reduction. Achieved over $100,000 in savings by improving asset utilization and implementing data-driven decision-making. Skilled in aligning fleet resources with production needs while fostering strong vendor relationships to enhance operational performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Operations Leader | Hiring Manager | Site Fleet Manager
Dow Chemical
Midland
11.2018 - Current
- Lead fleet and logistics operations supporting multiple manufacturing facilities while managing transportation assets, maintenance planning, contractor performance, and day-to-day operational execution.
- Managed more than 2,000 fleet assets, improving equipment availability while ensuring the fleet met changing business demands.
- Reduced annual operating costs by more than $100,000 by improving asset utilization, eliminating unnecessary equipment, and identifying operational efficiencies.
- Built Power BI dashboards that provided leadership with real-time visibility into fleet utilization, maintenance performance, and key operational metrics.
- Worked closely with production, maintenance, logistics, procurement, and business leaders to align fleet resources with production requirements.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance programs that improved equipment reliability and reduced downtime.
- Managed relationships with outside contractors, transportation providers, and maintenance vendors, holding partners accountable for safety, quality, and performance expectations.
- Coordinated contractor operations supporting approximately 2,000 truck movements each week while maintaining safe and efficient site operations.
- Evaluated fleet utilization and developed equipment redeployment strategies that reduced unnecessary spending while maintaining operational readiness.
- Managed fleet-related purchasing activities, including purchase orders, vendor invoices, and operating expenditures.
- Led investigations into recurring operational issues, identified root causes, and implemented corrective actions that improved reliability and customer service.
- Supervised Logistics Activity Schedulers responsible for transportation scheduling and equipment availability.
- Updated operating procedures to improve consistency, safety, and overall operational performance.
- Recruited, hired, coached, and developed employees while creating clear performance expectations and succession plans.
- Led multiple improvement projects involving transportation, packaging, logistics processes, and operational efficiency.
Logistics Technician
Dow Chemical
Midland
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Supported manufacturing operations by coordinating transportation activities and monitoring production processes.
- Assisted with inventory management, production scheduling, troubleshooting, equipment monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high safety and environmental standards.
Process Operator
POET
11.2015 - 08.2017
- Operated automated production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Performed preventive maintenance, responded to equipment issues, and maintained quality and safety standards while supporting continuous production.
Operations Technician
XALT Energy
06.2015 - 10.2015
- Supported production of lithium-ion battery components by operating manufacturing equipment, maintaining product quality, and participating in process improvement activities.
Seed Research Analyst Supervisor / Laboratory Supervisor
Michigan Sugar Company
05.2007 - 06.2015
- Supervised laboratory and production operations while leading a team of up to 16 employees.
- Managed daily workflows, employee scheduling, quality performance, and process improvements.
- Focused on developing employees through coaching, training, and performance management while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Business Management -
Northwood University
Supply Chain Management Certificate -
Michigan State University
Chemical Process Fast Start Program -
Delta College
Skills
- Fleet & Asset Management
- Transportation & Logistics
- Equipment Reliability
- Preventive Maintenance
- Vendor & Contractor Management
- Budget & Cost Control
- Continuous Improvement
- Performance Metrics & KPI Reporting
- Process Improvement
- Safety & Regulatory Compliance
- Operations Leadership
- Workforce Development
- SAP
- Workday
- Power BI
- Microsoft Office
Professional Development
- Supply Chain Management Certificate – Michigan State University
- Radical Candor Leadership Training
- Inclusion, Diversity & Leadership Training
- Chemical Process Fast Start Program – Delta College
Timeline
Logistics Operations Leader | Hiring Manager | Site Fleet Manager
Dow Chemical
11.2018 - Current
Logistics Technician
Dow Chemical
09.2017 - 11.2018
Process Operator
POET
11.2015 - 08.2017
Operations Technician
XALT Energy
06.2015 - 10.2015
Seed Research Analyst Supervisor / Laboratory Supervisor
Michigan Sugar Company
05.2007 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Business Management -
Northwood University
Supply Chain Management Certificate -
Michigan State University
Chemical Process Fast Start Program -
Delta College