Digital & IT LDA

SUMMARY:

The Digital and IT Development Associate (Digital & IT LDA) is a role that combines the development aspects of Parker’s Leader Development Program (LDP/Program) with the general duties of a Parker Digital and IT Associate. The Digital and IT LDA’s primary duties will involve taking on real-world challenges by leveraging teamwork, knowledge of IT applications, problem-solving abilities, initiative, leadership, project management, and effective communication, incorporating Program aspects to support decision-making processes that will impact our long-term future.

The Program involves rotations where the Leadership Development Associates (LDAs) will work in a variety of roles, in a competitive training and hands-on leadership program designed to provide knowledge, and experience with using their discretion and independent judgment related to their skillsets to support the business. Leadership training and development experiences occur with the goal to develop skillsets in supervision, team leadership, and management. While in program, rotational assignments are structured to expose participants to coaching/mentoring from other professionals from the organization, different business divisions, facilities, and managers nation-wide.

PROGRAM DETAILS:

• Duration: 2 years
• Structure: 2-3 rotational assignments
• Rotations' length: One year at our global HQ in Mayfield Heights, OH followed by either by one one-year or two six-month rotations at any of our locations throughout the U.S.
• Relocation requirements: The assignments will likely require relocation. Geographic flexibility is required during the program
• Onsite Work

SCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION:

____ Has Direct Reports __X__ Does Not Have Direct Reports

Some contact with applicants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

In addition to various leadership development activities and tasks related to the Program, the LDA will perform direct responsibilities related to the rotational assignment, depending on their assigned area of focus.

• Cultivate relationships across all levels of the organization to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Demonstrate effective time management and strategic planning to meet project deadlines.
• Analyze the impact of system outages on business operations and develop contingency strategies.
• Actively seek opportunities for process improvement and provide constructive feedback.
• Experiment with innovative approaches to problem-solving and results delivery.
• Exhibit sound decision-making skills by evaluating technologies and process solutions.
• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize their impacts.
• Seek out and propose new technologies and methodologies to enhance Parker’s digital capabilities.
• Apply analytical thinking to navigate complex challenges effectively.
• Ability to work across functions to drive meaningful change within the organization.

• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that support business objectives.
• Utilize statistical methods and data modeling techniques to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Participate in the implementation of analytics tools and technologies to improve data accessibility.
• Assist in the development and implementation of security policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses to identify potential infrastructure threats.
• Collaborate with IT teams to monitor security incidents and respond to breaches or threats effectively.
• Assist in the configuration, implementation, and support of SAP modules to meet business needs.
• Conduct system testing and validation to ensure SAP solutions meet quality standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related area
• Graduation before June 2026
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Relevant experience gained through internship or co-op opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; project management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude, learning agility, and adaptability.
• Must be willing and able to relocate.

• Pay Range: $60,600/annually to $115,000/annually reflecting variations based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location.
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

BENEFIT & RETIREMENT PLANS:

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
• Relocation benefits as applicable

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.