Digital & IT LDA

Job DescriptionApply Now >Save JobJob SavedSUMMARY: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 yearsStructure: Rotational assignmentsRotations' length: One year at our global HQ in Mayfield Heights, OH followed by rotation(s) at any of our locations throughout the U.S.Relocation requirements: The assignments will likely require relocation. Geographic flexibility is required during the programOnsite WorkSCOPE/SUPERVISION AND INTERACTION:____ Has Direct Reports __X__ Does Not Have Direct ReportsSome 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.Examples of other job duties which may be assigned based on interest and team need include: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 me

Created: 2025-12-04