Digital & IT LDA

This role combines development aspects of Parker’s Leader Development Program (LDP) with the general duties of a Parker Digital and IT Associate. The Digital and IT LDA will tackle real-world challenges through teamwork, IT applications, problem-solving, leadership, project management, and communication, incorporating program elements to support impactful decision-making.

About the Program

The two-year Leader Development Program (LDP) offers rotational assignments designed to provide hands-on leadership experience and training. Rotations include:

• One year at Parker’s global headquarters in Mayfield Heights, OH
• Subsequent rotation(s) at various U.S. locations

Relocation is required, and geographic flexibility is essential. The program emphasizes leadership training in supervision, team leadership, and management, with mentoring from professionals across the organization.

Responsibilities

In addition to leadership development activities, the LDA will perform duties specific to their rotational assignment. Core responsibilities include:

• Cultivating relationships across all organizational levels to foster collaboration and innovation
• Demonstrating effective time management and strategic planning to meet project deadlines
• Analyzing the impact of system outages and developing contingency strategies
• Identifying process improvement opportunities and providing constructive feedback
• Experimenting with innovative problem-solving approaches
• Evaluating technologies and process solutions for sound decision-making
• Identifying and mitigating project risks
• Proposing new technologies and methodologies to enhance digital capabilities
• Applying analytical thinking to navigate complex challenges
• Driving cross-functional change within the organization

Additional duties may include:

• Analyzing large datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights supporting business objectives
• Utilizing statistical methods and data modeling to enhance operational efficiencies
• Participating in the implementation of analytics tools and technologies
• Assisting in the development and implementation of security policies and protocols
• Conducting risk assessments and vulnerability analyses
• Collaborating with IT teams to monitor and respond to security incidents
• Assisting in the configuration, implementation, and support of SAP modules
• Conducting system testing and validation for SAP solutions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field (graduation before June 2027)
• GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Relevant experience through internships or co-op opportunities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; project management experience preferred
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude, learning agility, and adaptability
• Willingness and ability to relocate

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

Pay

Pay Range: $60,600 to $155,000 annually, reflecting variations based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location. Participation in the Annual Incentive Program is included.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• Voluntary optional life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) Plan with 100% company matching on the first 5% of pay
• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan (3% of pay annually)
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Paid parental leave, short- and long-term disability programs, and adoption assistance
• Care.com membership and financial planning assistance at no cost
• Supplemental benefits (identity protection, legal protection, pet wellness) at competitive rates
• Paid Time Off and company-paid holidays
• Relocation benefits as applicable