Senior Data Automation Consultant

MetLife • Cary, NC

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Vendor Management Enablement (VME) team, in Business Controls, serves as a strategic support function for the Vendor Management Organization. This team ensures that the Vendor Management Organization is equipped with standardized processes, procedures, training, and automation tools to drive efficiency and simplify vendor management practices. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Vendor Automation Specialist to join our team and drive automation initiatives across business processes. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools—PowerApps, PowerAutomate, and Power BI, Alteryx, Python, or SQL—and other data and automation tools with a strong understanding of how to streamline workflows, improve data visibility, and enhance operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Data and Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field experience.
• 3-5+ years of experience in data automation, data engineering, IT product management, automation, or related business intelligence roles.
• Proficiency in SQL, Python, or data transformation and analysis and building reports and dashboards in PowerBI, or equivalent.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with Microsoft Power Platform tools—PowerApps, PowerAutomate, and Power BI.
• PowerApps certification.
• Experience working with vendor management and contract management processes.
• Experience with third party management software (Sirion, Icertis, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Data Automation: Automate recurring reports, dashboards, and data validation processes.
• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain custom business applications using PowerApps to meet organizational needs
• Workflow Automation: Implement automation of workflows and system integrations through PowerAutomate to streamline processes
• Data Visualization: Create and manage interactive dashboards and reports with Power BI to support data-driven decision-making
• Collaboration: Partner closely with business units to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions, data models and reporting standards.
• Governance and Security: Ensure that developed solutions are scalable, secure, and adhere to IT governance policies
• Issue Resolution: monitor data quality, troubleshoot and resolve issues related to automation tools and data integrations to maintain smooth operations
• Documentation: Keep detailed records of processes, configurations, and best practices to support knowledge sharing and consistency
• Training and Support: Provide training and ongoing assistance to end-users regarding Power Platform solutions to maximize adoption and effectiveness

Benefits

• Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families.
• We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability.
• We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees