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Christopher Ortiz

Christopher Ortiz

Business Analyst

Texas State University | San Antonio, Texas

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Introduction to Python

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Introduction to Python

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Intermediate Python

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Investigating Netflix Movies and Guest Stars in The Office

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My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

SWBC | Sep 2021 - Apr 2023

Business Analyst I

• Analyzed and identified $15M in payments to invalid accounts, leading to the implementation of web validation, preventing $500K+ in NACHA fines, and enhancing payment processing efficiency. • Created an AR Aging dashboard, reducing project costs by 98% and completion time from 3 months to 2 days, helping collect $100K in 60+ day overdue invoices in 2 weeks. • Developed comprehensive Salesforce sales cycle reports, providing insights into opportunity progression, and turnaround times by product, sales rep, and team, enabling data-driven decision-making and process improvements. • Designed a GAP & MMP warranty contest dashboard, boosting motivation and performance with leaderboards and policy sales tracking by individual and team. • Proposed and championed an automation project for commission records, delivering 99%+ ROI, increased scalability, reduced human error, and minimized dependency on Sharepoint. • Created Financial & Operations Dashboards for SWIVEL, showcasing critical metrics such as profit margins, YTD actuals vs. budget variances, and monthly transactions. • Automated commission payment processing using SQL and ETL, saving 480 full-time hours annually and increasing overall efficiency. • Facilitated a PwC commission audit by supplying vital documentation and financials, ensuring an accurate assessment of commission structures and payouts. • Revamped Legacy Commission Payments system, streamlining journal entries to accounting and payroll, and reducing data flow processing time by 30%. • Optimized Forced Placed Auto and GAP insurance datasets with SQL and ETL techniques, transforming a 2-3 hour process into an efficient, zero-time operation.
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Josken Solutions | Jun 2021 - Jul 2021

Package Delivery Driver

• Efficiently delivered 175+ packages daily, covering a 40-mile route in a 9,000lb delivery van, ensuring timely and accurate service to customers. • Conducted daily vehicle inspections, maintaining safety and reliability, while providing assistance to fellow delivery drivers as needed. • Verified delivery addresses, scanned and photographed packages at each stop, and engaged with customers to determine preferred delivery locations, enhancing customer satisfaction.

Credit Human | Feb 2019 - Jul 2020

Senior Teller | Account Service Representative

• Trained and led a team of bank tellers, created branch cash usage reports, and audited new products and services. • Reduced excess cash on hand by 28% using an easy-to-use Excel Spreadsheet to meet compliance guidelines. • Consistently provided professional customer service, maintaining a Quality Loop Score of 7/7. • Matched members' financial needs with appropriate products and services, and resolved issues using policy, procedures, and external departments.

Credit Human | Aug 2018 - Feb 2019

Teller

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Amazon | Apr 2017 - Aug 2018

Department Trainer

• Trained new employees on safety etiquette, equipment usage, and problem- resolution skills. • Audited and coached employee performance, ensuring safety compliance and best practices. • Presented daily performance metrics to top management and motivated employees to improve department efficiency. • Conducted quality inspections on products to ensure a positive customer experience.

Amazon | Oct 2016 - Apr 2017

Warehouse Associate

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Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union | Mar 2016 - Jun 2016

Account Services Representative

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Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union | Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

Bank Teller

• Processed a large volume of transactions daily with less than $50.00 in yearly outages. • Maintained and protected members' sensitive information, and mitigated fraud by authenticating cash and negotiable items. • Performed cash opening and closing procedures, and vault access under dual control. • Demonstrated professional customer service consistently, earning the "Superior Member Service" Award in 2015.

Target | Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

Hardlines Trainer

• Prototyped and implemented the "Rule of 3" customer service skills when training new employees to improve the guest experience. • Trained new employees on safety skills, item location and cashiering equipment, radio etiquette, and daily task assignments.

Target | May 2014 - Jan 2015

Sales Team Member

• Consistently demonstrated exceptional customer service, earning the "Go The Extra Inch (Mile)" Award 2014, 2015. • Proactively initiated dialogue with customers to discover their needs. • Cleaned, arranged, priced, and stocked merchandise weekly, according to a planogram.

Walmart | May 2013 - Aug 2013

Electronic Sales Associate

• Excelled in offering buyer protection on electronics and peripherals, contributing to the store's #1 regional ranking for sales of add-on protection plans. • Trained under a T-Mobile representative to efficiently process customer contracts and ensure seamless service. • Assisted customers with theft-proofed merchandise, television carry-outs, and locating products in neighboring stores for their convenience. • Handled cash and debit card transactions, ensuring accuracy and security. • Managed packing, wrapping, and unloading of cardboard bales, maintaining a well-organized workspace. • Collaborated with Inventory Supervisor to pack and return specific merchandise to manufacturers, as needed. • Volunteered for overnight shifts to update price labels, stock and arrange merchandise, and set up promotional displays, demonstrating dedication and initiative. • Proactively corralled shopping carts from the parking lot after hours, ensuring a clean and safe environment for customers.

My Education

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Certificate of Completion, Data ScienceCodeup | 2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Finance and Financial Management ServicesTexas State University | 2016

About Me

Christopher Ortiz

I'm a motivated servant leader and professional business analyst with three years of award-winning customer service. I've had the privilege to serve new hires as a trainer, mentor, and friend. Coupled with an education in finance, wealth management,

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