Automation Specialist

pathways; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,004,000 - 2,009,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways in Manila is seeking a Business Transformation Senior Specialist to analyze data and drive operational health, workforce management, and continuous improvement. You will develop reporting tools, maintain governance, and optimize workflows for efficiency.

The role emphasizes dashboards with Power BI and automation using Power Platform. Ideal candidates have a business/finance/data analytics background, 3+ years in process improvement or service management, and strong skills in Excel,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, data analytics or related field.
• 3+ years in process improvement or service management.
• Experience in business reporting, workforce management, process automation, and continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, Power Automate, PowerApps, and SharePoint.
• Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or PMP certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and scorecards to inform leadership decisions.
• Analyze workforce data to optimize staffing and scheduling.
• Design and implement automation to streamline workflows.
• Identify opportunities for Lean/Six Sigma driven improvements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and improve report usability.

Skills

Business reporting

Workforce management

Process automation

Continuous improvement

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field

Lean Six Sigma (Yellow or higher)

PMP or equivalent certifications

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Power Automate

PowerApps

SharePoint

Minibots

Job description

Role Overview

Responsibilities focus on these main scopes:

• Business Reporting & Insights
• Workforce Management
• Process Automation
• Continuous Improvement

The Business Transformation Sr. Specialist role is responsible for analyzing and presenting data to support operational health, workforce management, business decisions, ensuring process control and governance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role involves developing reporting tools, maintaining compliance with operational standards, and optimizing workflows to enhance efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Business Reporting & Insights

• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and scorecards using tools such as Power BI, Excel, and other reporting platforms
• Gather, validate, and analyze data from multiple sources to ensure reporting accuracy, completeness, and consistency
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), trends, variances, and operational metrics to support business decision-making
• Translate data into actionable insights and recommendations for leadership and stakeholders
• Ensure timely delivery of recurring reports and manage reporting calendars or submission timelines
• Perform quality checks and data reconciliation to maintain integrity of reporting outputs
• Partner with stakeholders to understand reporting requirements and improve report usability, relevance, and effectiveness
• Identify opportunities to automate or streamline reporting processes to reduce manual effort and improve efficiency

Workforce Management

• Analyze workforce data to optimize staffing levels and scheduling
• Forecast staffing requirements based on business needs and workload trends
• Develop strategies to improve employee productivity and engagement
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and workforce management best practices

Process Automation

• Design and implement automation solutions to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency
• Analyze business processes and identify automation opportunities that reduce manual effort and increase accuracy
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, map processes, and develop scalable automation solutions
• Monitor, test, and enhance automation solutions to ensure reliability, performance, and continuous value delivery

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency gains
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to drive improvements
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops on best practices
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of improvement initiatives

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Data Analytics, or related field
• Experience in business reporting, workforce management, process automation, and continuous improvement
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in reporting and productivity tools such as Excel, Power BI (PBI), Power Automate, PowerApps, and SharePoint
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience: 3+ years in process improvement or service management
• Knowledge/Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Yellow or higher), Agile, PMP, or equivalent certifications is a plus

Skills

• Knowledge and experience in automations and reporting tools, including Power Automate, PowerApps, Power BI (PBI), Minibots, and related platforms
• Proficiency in process improvement tools, Business Transformation platforms, and data analytics software.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks
• Can confidently communicate. Expressing oneself clearly, assertively, and with self-assurance, while also actively listening and demonstrating empathy. Prepared in using specific language and being aware of their body language and tone of voice