David H. Keita
Reynoldsburg, OH ***** 614-***-****
https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-keita/
*****.*@***.***
Efficiency-Oriented Contract analyst
Consistent ability backed with reliable experience to maintain accurate and efficient systems to exceeds customer standards. Experienced in reporting, variance, financial analysis and cost controls to optimize profitability and foster sales growth. Bilingual in English and French.
Technical skills:
HP Quality Center
IBM SPSS
SAP CRM, ECC
Excel
Hyperion
Oracle
Business Intelligence
Inventory Management
Process Improvement
Financial Analysis
Informatic/Aurora
SXe. Gui
Software Testing
Employment History
WW WILLIAMS, Columbus, Ohio 01/18 – 06/18
Corporate Pricing Analyst
Analyzing cost trends and limiting pricing exceptions to protect margins
Proactively analyzing historical sales data to pin point opportunity to grow sales and margin rates with improved pricing techniques
Creating queries and exporting data via reporting system (Hyperion) for quantitative analysis
Reviewed large customer contracts to ensure proper pricing implementation
Contributed to a minimum of $2 million revenue increase while keeping cost relatively constant
HUSKY ENERGY INC., Columbus, Ohio 10/17 – 01/18
Financial Analyst (Consultant, US Products Marketing Fuels)
Submitting inventory, accounting, sales and purchase accruals for month end reporting
Developing and conducting daily margin analysis (economic income analysis)
Working with Business unit to capture and explain operational drivers behind cost variances
SIMONTON WINDOWS, Columbus, Ohio 10/17 – 11/17
Cost Accountant (Consultant)
Assembled multi plant reports to measure and control total cost of quality and improve profits
Managed costing projects on expensed materials/goods to control internal costs
AMERICAN HEALTH PACKAGING, Columbus, Ohio 07/17 – 10 /17
Inventory Cost Accountant (Consultant)
Completed new product master set – ups to reflect proper standard costs thus ensuring productive gross profit margins
Resourcefully maintained and monitored finished goods inventory cost to safeguard reasonable profitability
METTLER-TOLEDO INTERNATIONAL INC., Columbus, Ohio 08/15 05/17
Finance & Operation Business Analyst
Resolved and adjusted multiple cost related errors increasing margins by 20 to 30%
Strong contributor in detecting and correcting underpriced maintenance contracts raising revenue by a minimum of $200 K
Performed monthly revenue accruals to reflect proper contract agreement
Executed contract renewals on company fixed assets to ensure legal compliance
Monitored multi business unit’s telecom expense trends exceeding 300K annually, enhanced reporting to maximize visibility in trends and explore saving avenues
Inventory Analyst/Buyer 09/16 02/17
Adapted strategic procurement approach that minimized inventory overheads
Executed precise inventory adjustments, leading to efficient material sourcing and reliable inventory records
Oversaw material procurement from US, intercontinental counterparts and 3rd-party vendors permitting timely execution for multiple projects (over $1M monthly)
Analyzed external and internal quotes, ensuring competitive pricing and maximizing profit
Successfully managed procurement chain for multiple business units with revenue, exceeding $100M annually
Secured parts product line profitability for the Product Inspection Division (multimillion dollar unit) via extensive cost analysis, regular price auditing thus ensuring sound margins
Sales Operations Analyst 09/13 08/15
Led team in individual performance, trained 3 other analyst on proper procedures
Carefully analyzed quotes and purchase orders for pricing issues and monitored conversion into sales orders resulting in 15% reduction of pricing discrepancy
Examined project related documents and contracts, and recommended changes on financial aspects
Monitored and maintained contract pricing for top tier customers
Top contributor in SAP data cleanup projects supporting enforcement of accurate customized pricing and data integrity
LIMITED BRANDS INC., Columbus, OH 02/12 12/12
POS Analyst & French Translator (Consultant)
Detected and logged multiple defects using HP Quality Center database, minimizing errors/bugs
Productively executed multiple French translation projects, exceeding deadline expectations and cutting translation cost to over 50%
Translated over 1,000 pages of legal documents, training manuals, and company webpages
WAL-MART STORES INC., Columbus, OH 09/06 01/09
Department Manager
Implemented strategic sales and inventory analysis, enabling timely and efficient replenishment
Properly executed pricing strategies, supporting revenue increases and favorable inventory movements
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS), Economy, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Financial Accounting (Certificate), Eastland Career Center, Groveport, OH