Senior Data & Process Automation Analyst

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.; Lake Oswego (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. in Lake Oswego, Oregon seeks a Senior Data & Process Automation Analyst to modernize legacy Excel and Access workflows through Microsoft Power Platform.

The role focuses on data accuracy, governance, and automating critical processes within the Business Services team. You will lead automation initiatives, design scalable solutions with Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI, and mentor colleagues while improving operational efficiency and data quality across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field or equivalent
• At least five years of experience in data analysis, automation, or process improvement using a modern technology stack
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Exposure to Access/VBA-based processes and interest in modernizing them
• Experience working with SSMS
• Uses Power Platform tools including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI
• Uses advanced Microsoft Excel functionality
• Works with Access- and VBA-based processes and supports their modernization
• Works with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understands and supports operational business processes
• Manages time effectively and prioritizes multiple deliverables
• Communicates clearly and professionally with business stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead data, automation, and process improvement initiatives aligning with Business Services objectives
• Analyze complex business, process, and data challenges and implement sustainable solutions
• Design, develop, and optimize business solutions including workflow automation and reporting tools
• Modernize legacy systems, databases, spreadsheets, and manual processes with scalable tech
• Architect and implement Power Platform solutions using Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI
• Evaluate requirements, risks, costs, and impacts to recommend effective solutions
• Lead complex reporting, data governance, and analytical activities
• Identify systemic process, data, and technology issues and drive improvements
• Develop standards, methodologies, and governance to improve compliance and effectiveness
• Serve as SME and advisor on processes, data management, reporting, automation
• Partner with stakeholders to identify needs and deliver solutions
• Lead or coordinate multi-system projects
• Anticipate risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Mentor team members and promote best practices
• Drive innovation through analytics, automation, AI, and emerging tech

Skills

Power Platform

Power Automate

Power Apps

Power BI

Excel

SSMS

SQL Server

Data analysis

Process improvement

VBA/Access

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SSMS

Access

VBA

Job description

At Greenbrier, we do the hard work that matters.The Greenbrier Companies (NYSE:GBX) is powering the movement of products around the world as a leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of freight rail transportation equipment and services.

Greenbrier’s heritage of hard work and industrial innovation is celebrated at every level of our organization.We structure our business to support teams that deliver innovative solutions for our customers while positively impacting the world around us.

Greenbrier’s success begins with people. We believe in supporting our global workforce through our unwavering attention to Safety, Quality, Respect for People and Customer Satisfaction. Our Inclusion, Diversity, Engagement, Access and Leadership (IDEAL) commitment is rooted in these values, which lead to a culture where employees are engaged and feel good about coming to work every day.

Summary

The Senior Data & Process Automation Analyst supports the Leasing & Fleet Management–Business Services team by maintaining data accuracy, improving processes, and modernizing legacy Excel- and Access-based workflows through Microsoft Power Platform solutions. This position operates within Business Services rather than IT and follows the governance and support requirements of the IT-supported citizen developer program. The analyst develops working knowledge of Business Services functions, owns designated operational processes, automates workflows, strengthens process controls, maintains documentation, and supports the reliable execution of critical operational activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the following essential duties satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Lead complex data, automation, and process improvement initiatives that support Business Services strategic and operational objectives.
• Analyze complex business, process, and data challenges; develop and implement sustainable solutions that improve performance, scalability, and customer outcomes.
• Design, develop, and optimize business solutions, including workflow automation, reporting platforms, applications, and analytical tools.
• Lead the modernization of legacy systems, databases, spreadsheets, and manual processes through the implementation of scalable technology solutions.
• Architect and implement Power Platform solutions utilizing Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, and related technologies.
• Evaluate business requirements, risks, costs, and operational impacts to recommend and implement effective solutions.
• Lead complex reporting, reconciliation, data governance, and analytical activities requiring significant independent judgment.
• Identify systemic process, data, and technology issues; drive continuous improvement initiatives and corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standards, methodologies, procedures, and governance practices that improve compliance, consistency, and operational effectiveness.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on business processes, data management, reporting, automation, and supporting technologies.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to identify business needs, influence priorities, and deliver solutions that improve productivity, data quality, and business outcomes.
• Lead or coordinate projects and initiatives involving multiple stakeholders, systems, and functional areas.
• Anticipate risks and operational impacts; develop mitigation strategies and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Mentor team members, provide technical guidance, and promote best practices across the organization.
• Drive innovation through analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies to enhance organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

The following generally describes requirements to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• At least five years of experience in data analysis, automation, or process improvement using a modern technology stack
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel
• Exposure to Access/VBA-based processes and interest in modernizing them
• Experience working with SSMS
• Uses Microsoft Power Platform tools, including Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI
• Uses advanced Microsoft Excel functionality
• Works with Access- and VBA-based processes and supports their modernization
• Works with SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
• Demonstrates analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Understands and supports operational business processes
• Manages time effectively and prioritizes multiple deliverables
• Communicates clearly and professionally with business stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting business operations or back-office functions
• Ability to work on-site at our Lake Oswego, Oregon office; remote work from other locations may be considered based on business needs.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Office environment

Physical Activities and Requirements

Frequency Key

Not Applicable: Activity is not applicable to this occupation

Occasionally: Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0- 2.5+ hours/day)

Frequently: Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5- 5.5+ hours/day)

Constantly: Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Working Postures

• Sit: Frequently
• Stand: Occasionally
• Walk: Occasionally
• Bend: Not Applicable
• Kneel/Squat: Not Applicable
• Crawl: Not Applicable
• Climb: Not Applicable
• Reach Forward: Occasionally
• Reach Upward: Not Applicable
• Handling/Fingering: Frequently

Lift / Carry Requirements

• 5-10 lbs: Not Applicable
• 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable
• 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

Push / Pull Requirements

• Up to 10 lbs: Not Applicable
• 10-25 lbs: Not Applicable
• 25-50 lbs: Not Applicable
• 50-75 lbs: Not Applicable
• 75+ lbs: Not Applicable

EOE including Vet/Disability

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Greenbrier makes reasonable accommodations in the application and hiring process for individuals with known disabilities, unless providing accommodation would result in an undue hardship. Any applicant believing that he or she may need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact Greenbrier Human Resources [e-mail] call us at 503-684-7000.