Senior Automation Analyst

Team: Information Technology

Location: Greenville, South Carolina

Commitment: Full-Time

Workplace Type: hybrid

What does it mean to be a Senior Automation Analyst at GLS?

The Senior Automation Analyst is responsible for identifying and delivering high-value AI solutions across the organization. This role will identify inefficiencies, evaluate AI-driven solutions, create process improvements, and build tools that deliver measurable results. This is a highly independent position requiring the right judgment to proactively solve problems, use strong technical skills to build the right solution, and effectively communication with teams across the organization.

How will you drive value within the organization as a Senior Automation Analyst?

Partner with business stakeholders across all departments to understand current workflows, inefficiencies, and manual processes for automation
Build and maintain a prioritized pipeline of high-value AI opportunities across multiple business functions, regularly updating IT leadership
Evaluate AI platforms, agent frameworks, workflow automation tools, backend integrations, and traditional process improvements (including but not limited to Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and Snowflake Cortex) and recommend where GLS should pilot new technologies
Own AI initiatives from discovery through deployment, adoption, and value realization
Communicate trade-offs and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Stay current on the AI tooling landscape and agentic workflow patterns to keep GLS's approach informed and competitive
Independently design and build lightweight AI-powered solutions and workflows
Ensure solutions are well-documented, maintainable, and handed off properly to business owners for ongoing use, and they align with GLS security, governance, and responsible AI practices
Train business users on AI tools and workflows; serve as the primary AI enablement resource for non-technical teams
Track metrics and actual value delivered post-deployment and maintain a dashboard of AI initiative outcomes
Maintain electronic records and files that support work performed, results, and outcomes
Foster a collaborative culture that facilitates the achievement of business plan objectives by working closely with other associates and members of management
Perform additional assignments and special projects as required by the needs of the company or as directed by management

What should you already know to be successful as a Senior Automation Analyst?

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field is required.
Minimum three (3) years’ experience in Technology Implementation, Business Analytics, or related field required
Demonstrated experience building functional prototypes or production workflows using modern AI tools (e.g., prompt engineering, Claude, Copilot Studio, Power Automate, or API scripts)
Knowledge of process mapping methodologies (As-Is / To-Be process flows, value stream mapping)
Familiarity with enterprise AI ecosystems (Anthropic Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Azure OpenAI, or Snowflake Cortex)
Experience with SQL, Python, and Snowflake highly preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness 
Team player that can adapt in a fast paced and changing environment 
Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail and demonstrated ability to effectively set and manage multiple conflicting priorities
Proficient computer skills with working knowledge of standard business applications such as Microsoft Office; ability to quickly learn new computer applications as required 
Ability to think strategically and deliver tactically

Employment Requirements:

Significant portions of daily assignments involve application of manual skills requiring motor coordination in combination with finger dexterity

Remain in a stationary position up to 100% of the workday

Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment 

Job functions involve sedentary to light physical effort. Physical demands range from sitting, walking, standing, or pushing or pulling materials. Work may involve exerting up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.

Be able to perform activities such as: viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading, bending, and kneeling

 

Schedule:

This position is full-time
This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times. Generally, the days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00am-6:00pm.
Must be flexible to work departmental operating days and times
Regular, predictable attendance is required, including in excess of 40 hours per week as business demands dictate
Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand

Work Conditions: 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. This job operates in a professional office environment, primarily indoors The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet The position requires travel, up to 10% Schedule: This position is full-time This is an exempt level position whereby business need will dictate the exact work schedule which should be expected to vary at times. Generally, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am-6:00pm Regular, predictable attendance is required, including overtime hours as business demands dictate Evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand