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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Troy DuLude

Midland,MI

Summary

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a management position where I can leverage my 20+ years of experience in operations, logistics, and team leadership to drive organizational efficiency, enhance profitability, and lead high-performing teams in a results-driven environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Partner/ Financial Institution Specialist

Elite Auto Auction
Midland, MI
10.2018 - Current
  • Established partnerships with other organizations that would bring value back into the company.
  • Negotiated contracts with partners and vendors to secure favorable terms and strengthen business relationships.
  • Managed daily operations of the business including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, staffing, and customer service.
  • Coordinated with vendors and buyers to facilitate seamless transactions.
  • Established partnerships with other organizations that would bring value back into the company .
  • Resolved disputes between buyers and sellers to maintain positive relationships.
  • Trained staff on best practices for customer service and vehicle handling.
  • Built a network of contacts within relevant industries which enabled access to valuable resources .
  • Resolved complex customer issues quickly while ensuring a positive experience throughout all interactions.

Fleet and lease Manager

Alpine / Clare Auto Auction
Clare, Michigan
08.2016 - 10.2018
  • My daily responsibilities include managing all bank repossessed and fleet units.
  • I communicate on a daily basis where the units are located, arranging transportation to the auction and selling.
  • I create condition reports, work on billing and advise what the unit is worth.
  • I have signed over 75 new accounts and work with over 200 car dealers to help get these units bought and sold.
  • I've built strong face-to-face relationships with managers, and I make sure all their car needs are met.

Transportation / logistics Manager

Adesa Great Lakes Auto Auction/ IAA Auction
Midland, Michigan
07.2013 - 08.2016

My daily responsibilities include scheduling transportation of units through dealer unit, banks and/or repossession yards.

  • I organize pickup and drop off of units to and from our auction in a daily manner.
  • I manage 30+ transportation drivers, organize their schedule, and work out details of pick up/drop off during auction week.
  • Managed inventory flow and tracking for auction vehicles.
  • Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
  • Analyzed transport costs to improve budget management practices.
  • Finally, I am responsible for writing invoices for all transportation cost. (i.e. fuel, delivery fees, and maintenance)

SL3/ Loading Operar/Locomotive Operator/Switchman

The Dow Chemical Company
Midland, MI
08.2009 - 07.2013
  • Tested analytical lab samples, recorded inbound and outbound deliveries in SAP, and bulk loaded raw materials from drums and totes into reactors to ensure operational efficiency.
  • My main responsibilities were testing analytical lab samples, inbound and out bound deliveries (recording SAP), and bulk loading including raw materials from drums and totes into reactors.
  • Also, one of my daily tasks included scheduling inbound and outbound trailer moves through Menlo.
  • I entered all of my own mod unit interactions and used Dow Tran computer systems.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
  • Worked on a three-man crew as a locomotive/switchman, rotating through operator, crew leader, and assistant crew leader.
  • Managed all rail movement throughout Dow Chemical.
  • Spotted cars, moved cars, and organized rail cars for Dow to ship out of the plant.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bullock Creek High School
Midland, MI
09.1999 - 06.2003

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Budget management
  • Contract negotiation
  • Risk management
  • Customer management
  • Account management
  • Business growth
  • Vendor management
  • Data analysis
  • Inventory control
  • Inventory tracking
  • Logistics coordination
  • SAP
  • Excel
  • Word
  • Outlook
  • PowerPoint
  • Management Experience
  • Leadership training
  • Staff training
  • Partnerships
  • Relationship building
  • Network development
  • Talent acquisition
  • Problem resolution
  • Multi-Tasker
  • Prioritization Skills
  • Effective communication
  • Communication Skills
  • Conflict management
  • Safety compliance
  • Financial administration
  • Asset valuation
  • Expense management
  • Expense management

Volunteer Opportunities

Co-head softball coach, H.H. Dow High School, 2009-2016

Girls recreation/ Travel softball coach 2019- Present

References

References are available upon request.

Timeline

Partner/ Financial Institution Specialist

Elite Auto Auction
10.2018 - Current

Fleet and lease Manager

Alpine / Clare Auto Auction
08.2016 - 10.2018

Transportation / logistics Manager

Adesa Great Lakes Auto Auction/ IAA Auction
07.2013 - 08.2016

SL3/ Loading Operar/Locomotive Operator/Switchman

The Dow Chemical Company
08.2009 - 07.2013

High School Diploma -

Bullock Creek High School
09.1999 - 06.2003
Troy DuLude