Golfried Kitivi
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Bilingual (proficient in French) and dynamic Logistics Manager with extensive experience at the US Navy, excelling in transportation management and budget planning. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic contract negotiations and enhanced inventory control systems. Proven leader skilled in developing high-performing teams and optimizing supply chain operations to drive efficiency and service excellence.
Experienced with financial planning and analysis, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Utilizes advanced financial modeling techniques to support strategic decision-making. Track record of fostering team collaboration and driving financial performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics / Supply Chain / Financial Manager
US Navy
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2004 - Current
- Analyzed financial reports to ensure compliance with federal regulations and Navy policies.
- Directed shipping and receiving of wide range of products daily.
- Selected, trained and developed logistics personnel to achieve high-performing teams.
- Resolved shipping discrepancies by coordinating customer and courier communications.
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Coordinated driver dispatches to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Negotiated transportation and logistics contracts to reduce shipping costs.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Improved inventory accuracy by developing and implementing enhanced control systems.
- Negotiated contracts with outside providers and rates for facility leases to minimize costs.
Education
MBA - ACCOUNTING/FINANCE
American Military University
Charles Town, WV06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2012
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Supply chain management
- Transportation management
- Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point
- Procurement management
- Purchasing management
- Work delegation
- Supplies inventory
- Shipping and receiving operations
- Inventory control
- Budget planning
Accomplishments
- Supervised teams of professional logistics specialists
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 43 in the accomplishment of USS ROSS Integrated Logistics Overhaul.
Certification
Senior Enlisted Academy
Chief Petty Officer Leader Development Course
Navy Command Fitness Leader
Languages
English
French
Ewe
Timeline
Logistics / Supply Chain / Financial Manager
US Navy
08.2004 - Current
MBA - ACCOUNTING/FINANCE
American Military University
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix