Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is seeking a talented Digital Program Manager. The Digital Program Manager will lead complex, cross-functional technology programs in support of our global supply chain initiatives. This role will oversee planning, governance, and delivery across multiple interrelated projects-such as system integrations, infrastructure modernization, and digital transformation efforts tied to manufacturing, logistics, and procurement. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor! Location: Plymouth, MN - Hybrid What you will do:
- Provide program-level leadership and oversight for IT initiatives that enable supply chain transformation, including ERP enhancements, WMS/MES implementations, infrastructure upgrades, and data integration platforms
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage interdependencies across supply chain, operations, finance, and IT to deliver strategic outcomes aligned with business priorities
- Define and maintain integrated program plans, schedules, risk management frameworks, and change control processes to ensure successful program execution
- Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams to ensure alignment of scope, timeline, and objectives
- Drive program governance and reporting through executive steering committees, stakeholder updates, and metrics-based performance tracking
- Identify and manage key risks and issues across the program portfolio, escalating as needed to ensure resolution without business disruption
- Develop and maintain program-level documentation, dashboards, and communication plans to ensure clarity and transparency
- Ensure compliance with IT security, regulatory, and data governance requirements in all program activities
- Support continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for standardization, efficiency, and repeatable frameworks across IT project execution
What's in it for you:
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage, PTO, 401K match, support for community involvement and much more
- The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
- The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree in Project Management, Business, Supply Chain, Information Technology, or other related field
- 8+ years of experience in program or portfolio management, including large-scale, cross-functional IT programs, preferably in supply chain, operations, or logistics
- Demonstrated experience leading initiatives that impact supply chain functions such as manufacturing, logistics, or procurement
- Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience leading cross-functional projects within manufacturing or supply chain environments
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP), procurement processes, or logistics platforms
- Strong analytical, communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills
Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
- 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
- Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
- Short term and long-term disability
- 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
- Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
- Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
- Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $100,000 - $166,000 (+ 15-20% bonus) in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. LI-RS1, LI-hybrid
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