Enterprise Digital & IT Lead

Org Marketing Statement

Parker Aerospace, an operating segment of Parker Hannifin Corporation, is one of the world's leading producers of flight control, hydraulic, fuel and inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components for the aerospace industry. We design and build equipment for virtually every aircraft and aero engine being produced in the world today.
In addition to game-changing technology, our customers look to us for shorter lead times, lower costs, higher reliability, and lifetime support. All coupled with the positive attitude and innovative thinking of a true business partner.

Parker Aerospace provides unmatched performance for both our customers and shareholders, built on a foundation of core company values. As a result, our business growth is impressive and consistent. Best of all, our team members share in the success resulting from that growth.

We offer competitive vacation and 13 paid holidays
401(k) with a 5% matching contribution with immediate investing
Competitive annual bonus incentive plan
Health benefits effective day 1...and much more!

Position Summary

As a Division Digital & IT Lead, you are responsible for managing major projects and resources in a team environment and for providing technical support for computer-based systems, staff and end-users. This role requires an experienced leader who can partner effectively with all levels of the organization; including the ability to lead others, drive results, and proactively identify and resolve problems. This role works closely with the end user community, leading the Infrastructure & Security and the Business Systems teams on continuous improvement in support of both the Business and the IT strategic vision roadmaps. This role will have direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all IT systems and services for infrastructure & security and all business systems for the site.
• Responsible for the digital and automation roadmap & strategy for Akron and other North American sites
• Provide leadership and guidance to team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability.
• Directs the planning and scheduling of development and implementation of IT capabilities
• Supports resolution of critical situation technical problems.
• Strong ability to analyze processes, organize and lead project teams through the analysis, while collaborating with other teams.
• Direct and guide the development and assist in the management of Information Technology systems or services.
• Provides information to be used to promote the understanding and benefit of technology systems.
• Stays abreast of new Digital and IT technological innovation/processes and researches the usage at Parker.
• Understand business impact, create and communicate decisions impacting the wider business, effectively managing customer expectations.
• Responsible for all applications (Engineering & Business) and long-term strategy for the division
• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes of prioritized initiatives to senior management and stakeholders.
• Responsible for all processes for systems to be compliant to SOX and CMMC and able to support audit activities.
• Evaluate unplanned requests and determine appropriate priority and action.
• Provide guidance to team members on personal development needs and opportunities.
• Manage multiple priorities through effective organization and communication.
• Overnight, long distance (including international) travel may be required, based on the individual needs of projects.
• Available to provide after-hours and weekend technical support as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of IT Experience
• Bachelor degree or higher in Information Systems, Computer Science, or technology-related field of study
• Managerial experience and significant Project Leader experience
• Experience with Operations, Manufacturing and Quality Systems preferably in Aerospace
• Demonstrated knowledge in database programming: SQL, PL/SQL, DB2, IMS
• Proven experience with SAP MES, SAP ECC or similar
• Demonstrated team leadership, including experience with direct reports and contractors.
• Strong business analysis experience and skillset
• Demonstrated ability to develop and prepare use cases, functional specifications, and technical requirements.
• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Knowledge of Parker Lean tools and processes.
• Strong consultative, advisory, negotiation, and facilitation skills
• Excellent written and verbal communications
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) including presentation skills
• Strong MS Visio skills
• Understanding of ERP and integrations with business systems
• Knowledge of project management standards, method, and techniques
• Knowledge of Lean tools and processes

Preferred Skills

• PMP, CBAP certifications
• Experience with data reporting tools: Power BI, SQL Server Reporting Services
• Proficiency using Azure DevOps
• Experience with MS Power BI, Data Flows, Data Marts, MS Power Automate

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. This position is subject to meeting export compliance eligibility requirements.

("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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