What are the responsibilities and job description for the IT Field Services Director position at Aramark?
Job Description
The IT Director I is responsible for the coordination and management of a portfolio of assigned information technology projects and execution of the IT strategy in support of the business goals and objectives. This role will be tasked with owning the implementation of technology projects in alignment with the business-critical initiatives, serving as a liaison between the IT functional and technical groups and the sector's business teams, and working with clients to deliver the IT value proposition and nurture innovation in the business through technology.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
The IT Director I is responsible for the coordination and management of a portfolio of assigned information technology projects and execution of the IT strategy in support of the business goals and objectives. This role will be tasked with owning the implementation of technology projects in alignment with the business-critical initiatives, serving as a liaison between the IT functional and technical groups and the sector's business teams, and working with clients to deliver the IT value proposition and nurture innovation in the business through technology.
Job Responsibilities
- Work with Aramark sector management to identify, scope, plan and execute IT projects crafted to realize the business objectives outlined in the overall strategic plan.
- Work with the IT Center of Excellence teams to articulate the needs and priorities of the sector's businesses, ensuring resources are demonstrated sufficiently to deliver on the business commitments and initiatives.
- Develop relationships with Aramark field operations, senior management, and client personnel to find opportunities for innovation, assessing and understanding the impact of Aramark technology solutions, and lead the execution of the project life cycle with focus on consistent processes, methods and practices required for all business projects and within the project management framework outlined by the AVP of IT.
- Attend all assigned project meetings and field surveys connected with assigned projects and providing meeting recaps and action items to the project team, corporate management teams, and vendor and client teams as required for the orderly flow of activity connected with projects.
- Coordinate with the assigned projects business sponsor to understand the project's desired business value, impact and required deliverables.
- Participate in the project team assembly and lead the activities of a cross-functional project team to insure timely execution of all implementation activities.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project activities for all internal and external collaborators.
Qualifications
- Requires between 5 to 7 years of experience in a formal Information Technology role or confirmed experience in working with technology solutions or strategy in a hospitality business
- Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Experience in project management, business process analysis, or advanced business intelligence or analytics is preferred.
- Strong oral, written communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate at all levels within the organization
- Excellent relationship building, managerial and teamwork skills.
About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.