Position Summary

Position Summary:

        The main duties include, executing requirements gathering and design, project planning, resource allocation, and project or program delivery aligned with best practices as well as Parker Meggitt policies and procedures. [ Note: throughout this job description, the term “project” may mean a project, a program, or a project with multiple embedded projects.] 

Whilst this is an SAP specific role and each person in this role is expected to perform their work generally across various functional areas, this particular job is for a Digital & IT Analyst situated within our Parker Meggitt SAP function.  A large majority of the duties will be required to focus on the divestiture project but there may be requirements to support interdependent projects.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Manage relationships with stakeholder groups (a project sponsor or executive, often a senior representative of the user community, and IT leaders and sub-functions within IT) and the Project Board (includes presentations and recommendations for decisions).  
• Perform budgeting, planning, scheduling, and financial management.
• Manage the resources required for a project and follow-through with actuals such as spending and labour (time tracking).  Orchestrate the work of the entire project team. 
• Prepare presentations, plans, and project artefacts to communicate IT project information.    Act as facilitator for constructive meetings related to a project.
• Guide and support the communications and organizational change management.  
• Work with IT service transition colleagues, user representative(s), business process owners, and others to ensure effective change.
• Analyze and apply Enterprise data to make recommendations / modifications to streamline & simplify processes while reducing operating costs
• Develops and deploys appropriate Digital and Information Technology solutions
• Establishes and develops procedures for proper utilization of Digital and IT technology
• Develops and delivers training to support process changes and new technology introductions
• Evaluates and modifies existing technology to allow for changes in business requirements or equipment configurations
• Overnight travel to remote locations to assist in the implementation of technical solutions as needed 

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities 

• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures 
• Ability to research and analyze data effectively 
• Ability to gather data, to compile information, and prepare reports 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Presentation skills 
• Ability to influence stakeholders 
• Excellent customer service orientation 
• Track record of building and maintaining customer/client relationships 
• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and ability to multi-task 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision, in order to meet deadlines 
• Strong prioritization skills
• Ability to visualize and plan objectives and goals strategically
• Team building Skills 
• Supervisory skills, including delegation, training and evaluating performance
• Conflict management skills 
• Decision making skills 
• Demonstrated ability to provide cross-functional leadership 
• Proficient in Project Management tools (i.e., MS Project) or similar project tool (s) 
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and web browsers. 
• (desired) Knowledge of computerized information systems used in financial and/or accounting applications 
• Knowledge of software development lifecycle (SDLC) processes 
• Significant knowledge of multiple sub-functions of IT 
• Knowledge of Project Management principles and methodologies 
• Demonstrates a high level of stakeholder management and communication skills, with an aptitude for dealing with IT and business colleagues and suppliers at all levels; communicates with empathy 
• Attention to detail; self-starting and strong focus on completing / finishing. 
• Able to effectively deal with difficult stakeholders; navigate in environments with ambiguity, change, and complexity; and achieve desired outcomes. 
• Proven experience of working with matrix-managed and remote teams.

Parker Meggitt Core Competencies: 

1. Customer focus - building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions 
2. Ensures accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments 
3. Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances 
4. Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives 

Other Competencies 

1. Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences 
2. Financial acumen - Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions 
3. Balances stakeholders - Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders 
4. Optimizes work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related area (or international equivalent)
• 2+ years related IT experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Excellent written and verbal communication and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated leadership aptitude, learning agility, and adaptability
• Strong interpersonal skills, relates well with all levels of the organization
• Ability to establish own priorities and adapt to changing priorities
• Demonstrates ability to manage projects 

Travel and/or Driving Requirements: Travel up to 10 

Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as example 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 inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.

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”) If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov) and Genetic Information Discrimination