Digital & IT Team Lead - Aerospace

Job#: 3020023

Job Description:

Position Summary

We have an exciting opening for a Digital & IT Lead! This is a hands-on leadership role that goes beyond people management, requiring the individual to actively roll up their sleeves and contribute to project execution. You will lead a cross-functional team while also providing direct technical and functional support for critical business applications like ERP and BI, translating complex manufacturing needs into scalable solutions. This position is a unique blend of project management, direct in-the-weeds project delivery and end user support.

Essential Functions

Serve as ERP Subject Matter Expert & Business Translator: Act as the primary SME for the ERP system across multiple business functions. translating manufacturing needs into clear technical requirements and solutions.

Prioritize and Manage the Project Portfolio: Act as the central point for project intake, prioritizing demand and balancing resources to align all work with business priorities.

Lead Hands-On Project Delivery: Manage and execute complex digital/IT projects, providing direct functional and technical support to ensure on-time, on-budget outcomes.

Manage and Mentor a Cross-Functional Team: Lead, develop, and mentor a team of business analysts and technical specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Serve as an Influential Leader: Build strong relationships and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization to secure buy-in and drive alignment.

Drive Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance project efficiency, reduce costs using Lean and Kaizen methodologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor degree (required) in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or international equivalent).

7+ years of related IT experience, with 2+ years of direct experience managing a team.

Business Application Expertise: Proven experience with enterprise business applications (e.g., ERP, SCM, CRM, BI). Strong preference for candidates with deep ERP expertise.

Manufacturing Focus: Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional IT projects within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Leadership & Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.

Adaptability: Demonstrated learning agility and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

Data Analysis: Proficiency with Power BI and SQL to analyze data and drive business decisions.

Specific ERP Experience: Direct experience with platforms like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.

Manufacturing Systems Knowledge: Hands-on experience with MES, SCADA, or Industrial IoT platforms.

Project Management Certification: PMP, CPIM, or similar certification.

Continuous Improvement: Experience or certification in Lean, Kaizen, or similar methodologies.

Change Management: Experience leading change management for new system implementations.

Vendor Management: Experience managing technology vendors or implementation partners.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.