Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Mgmt

GATX•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for actively managing 10-20,000 freight or tank cars across several of the GATX North American fleets which serve various key rail markets. Working with other groups within the GATX commercial team, the incumbent will make decisions surrounding lease structuring (rate, term other T’s&C’s), and remarketing opportunities across their fleets, and also is involved in new and secondary markets investment, and supply agreement allocation. The position works closely with Sales, Structured Finance, Investment Analysis, Operations, Engineering/Quality, Service Delivery, and most other areas across GATX. While we are posting for both a Sr. Analyst, Portfolio Management and a Manager, Portfolio Management position, the title will be determined based on demonstrated experience and fit with the job qualifications. Only one role, of these two, will be filled.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Ability to take ownership of multiple activities, while achieving results in a fast-paced environment
Ability to take responsibility for successfully completing commercial transactions
Willingness to independently make decisions, exercise judgment, and have responsibility for them, while only having partial, ambiguous, or incomplete information
Ability to interpret market information provided, and negotiate for optimal outcome
Entrepreneurial attitude and initiative, and the ability to create value without the benefit of a detailed roadmap

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience (rail industry or equipment leasing) preferred
Basic knowledge of railcars (operational or financial) preferred
Understanding of basic principles of finance is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Manage the full assignment process for designated product codes/fleets, including responding to inquiries, quoting lease opportunities, and executing placement of railcars on lease.
Evaluate equipment suitability, including mechanical and economic feasibility of modifications, and negotiate lease terms (rate, duration, and associated costs such as alterations, freight, and preparation).
Develop working knowledge of customer specifications, railcar types, components, and applicable DOT/FRA regulatory requirements.
Manage lease renewal transactions, including negotiating new rates, terms, and conditions in alignment with internal guidelines.
Identify opportunities to enhance value through early renewals, bundled transactions, and other strategic structuring approaches.
Monitor and interpret market conditions, customer trends, fleet needs, and potential remarketing or release costs.
Support strategic initiatives to maximize fleet returns and drive profitable growth through analysis and project work.
Perform financial and operational analysis to support fleet planning, budgeting, forecasting, investment recommendations, and asset disposition decisions.
Provide decision support on capital expenditures, railcar conversions, and end-of-life (ERL) considerations.
Collaborate on cross-functional teams and contribute to reporting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.