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Mathew Zorn

Mathew Zorn

ACQUISITION ANALYST
Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Mission-driven Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist with 14+ years of progressive leadership experience in U.S. Navy and defense logistics operations. Skilled in warehouse management, inventory accuracy, safety compliance, and personnel supervision. Proven record managing multimillion-dollar assets, and supporting readiness schedules under strict DoD and corporate standards. Active Top-Secret Security Clearance with forklift certification. Recognized for building efficient teams, maintaining audit-ready facilities, and ensuring operational readiness in high-stakes environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acquisition Analyst (Senior)

VTG Defense
02.2023 - Current
  • Manage inventory and cradle-to-grave tracking of Government Furnished Equipment across 15 ship platforms.
  • Ensure timely delivery of materials to shipyards, aligning with readiness schedules.
  • Produce and analyze data reports to improve efficiency and delivery accuracy.
  • Maintain Microsoft Teams tracking systems, and monthly reporting.

Logistics Specialist & Warehouse Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2009 - 01.2023
  • Purchasing inventory assistant, warehouse management, postal effects management, Repair parts supervisor, Safety Supervisor, Military Mail Supervisor, Lead various projects such as a $6.7M barracks turnover and managed $12M in supply budgets.

Assistant Custodian of Postal Effects

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Designed and managed Microsoft Access inventory database for cradle-to-grave tracking.
  • Authored SOPs and training guides for postal finance operations.
  • Supported procurement and financial operations for 75 U.S. Navy ships.

Warehouse Manager

Naval Station Norfolk Unaccompanied Housing
12.2019 - 02.2021
  • Directed $6.7M barracks turnover and managed $12M in supply budgets.
  • Implemented barcode systems for precise furniture and asset tracking.
  • Oversaw MILSTRIP requisitions, FEDMALL, and GSA ordering.

USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77)
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Led 20+ Sailors in managing $190M in depot and repair parts inventory.
  • Served as Safety Technician, achieving zero mishaps during tenure.

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Oversaw $2M in postal and logistics assets, implementing barcode systems for 75+ ships.
  • Created Microsoft Access database for equipment tracking and reporting.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal ESU TWO
01.2009 - 01.2014
  • Procured $50M+ in assets through GSA, FEDMALL, and external vendors.
  • Liaised between Navy EOD and Group TWO units to improve processes and operational readiness.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Acquisition & Contract Management

Strayer University

Associate of Business Administration - Management

Strayer University

Skills

  • Warehouse Operations & Safety Management
  • Inventory Tracking & Reconciliation
  • Government & DoD Supply Systems (MILSTRIP, FEDMALL, GSA)
  • Hazardous Material Handling & Compliance
  • Shipping, Receiving & Material Movement
  • Forklift & MHE Operation (15K Certified)
  • SOP Development & Process Improvement
  • Data Analysis & Reporting (Microsoft Access, Excel, DELTEK CostPoint)
  • Team Leadership, Training & Performance Management

Certification

  • Active Top-Secret Security Clearance (meets requirement for Active Secret+)
  • Forklift Operator (15K Certified)
  • Government Purchase Card Training (PCOLS, CLG 001, 004, 005)
  • Aviation Safety Specialist, Work Center Supervisor

Timeline

Acquisition Analyst (Senior)

VTG Defense
02.2023 - Current

Assistant Custodian of Postal Effects

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center
01.2021 - 01.2023

Warehouse Manager

Naval Station Norfolk Unaccompanied Housing
12.2019 - 02.2021

USS George H.W. Bush (CVN-77)
01.2017 - 01.2019

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center
01.2014 - 01.2017

Logistics Specialist & Warehouse Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2009 - 01.2023

Explosive Ordnance Disposal ESU TWO
01.2009 - 01.2014

Associate of Business Administration - Management

Strayer University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Acquisition & Contract Management

Strayer University
Mathew Zorn ACQUISITION ANALYST