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Grant Walker

Kearns,Utah

Summary

Versatile Business Operations Specialist with background in optimizing operational processes and implementing effective business solutions. Skilled in project management, strategic planning, and process improvement, consistently delivering results that drive efficiency and reduce costs. Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills contribute to successful project outcomes and positive impacts on overall business performance.

Work History

Window Building Specialist

JKR Windows
Draper
  • I worked for JRK in the Draper Office, I received critical measurements from field measure techs and built the specific windows in 2 platforms, WindowExpress and Salesforce
  • I reviewed incoming contracts for accuracy if all was good and correct, I would start the build process in Salesforce and then build out the bid with the specific windows ordered
  • In 82 days, I started in a new industry, learned the 2 operating systems JKR used, I was able to correctly and accurately build 144 Jobs worth 2.4 million in total volume

Contract Administrator

Won Door Corporation
  • Company Overview: Won Door is a subsidiary of Overhead Door Corporation which is a global leader in the manufacturing of high-end fire, smoke, and security accordion doors
  • My daily duties consisted of developing, negotiating, and evaluating company contracts with regards to the manufacturing and installation of Won Doors products around the world
  • In 2023 the total volume in contracts negotiated and products installed was $26,080,382.13 of which I have reviewed, negotiated, and approved a total of $4,541,370.81 in total contracts
  • Won Door is a subsidiary of Overhead Door Corporation which is a global leader in the manufacturing of high-end fire, smoke, and security accordion doors
  • Laid Off

Secondary Market Analyst

Keller Mortgage
  • I worked the secondary que to process all lock request, change request, lock extension, lock modifications and lock transfers
  • I managed promotional discounts and departmental reporting up to the director of secondary
  • The LOS we worked out of was optimal blue and encompass
  • I worked with the company’s investors with regards to hedging locks or locking it directly with a chosen investor
  • I was instrumental in creating training tools such as a lock desk operating manual and daily workflow worksheet to mitigate errors and improve accuracy and accountability
  • Laid Off

Pricing and Lock Desk Specialist

Key Bank Mortgage
  • I helped manage the pricing and lock desk for the western part of the U.S
  • I managed the daily reporting for duplicate loan reports
  • I managed the daily pricing exception request with level 2 pricing authority to approve pricing exceptions due to operational errors and relationship pricing exceptions
  • I also applied current pricing promotions to all lock request when appropriate
  • Position Relocated

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT
06-2009

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Phoenix
Salt Lake City, UT
06-2003

Skills

  • Proficient in all Microsoft Office Platforms
  • Proficient in Google Platforms
  • Project Administration Level 3 Certification
  • Investor Reporting
  • Operations Management
  • Team Building
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Change Acceleration Process
  • Vendor Management
  • Professional Leadership & Coaching
  • Proficient in all Microsoft SAP Based Platforms ie, Cona & Legacy
  • Cash Management
  • Team Building
  • Business Modeling and Implementation
  • Business Analysis
  • GE Change Acceleration Process Certified
  • Vendor Management
  • GE Leadership & Coaching Certified
  • Vendor relations
  • Knowledge sharing
  • Customer relations
  • Management collaboration
  • Team performance improvement
  • Coaching and mentoring
  • Operational enhancement
  • Team collaboration

Additional Information

More Employment History / References Upon Request.

Timeline

Window Building Specialist

JKR Windows

Contract Administrator

Won Door Corporation

Secondary Market Analyst

Keller Mortgage

Pricing and Lock Desk Specialist

Key Bank Mortgage

MBA - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

University of Phoenix

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