Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program Information Technology

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**Stanley Leadership Development Program –** Information Technology

**New Britain, CT, USA | Towson, MD, USA**

**Why SLP?**
The **Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program (SLP)** is a fast-track rotational program that is an integrated process for accelerating the development of our future leaders.

It is geared toward recent graduates with Information Technology internship experience and a relevant business degree who have a passion for a long term career in Information Technology.

**IT SLPs** work in four 6-month rotations in different facilities across the United States or, in unique cases, internationally.

Each rotation has project assignments that allow participants to become familiar with how we do business and contribute to the success of that business..

Our program offers invaluable experiences for early-career associates seeking challenging developmental opportunities to jump-start their careers.

**The Job:**

As a part of the SLP program, you’ll be part of our Information Technology team.

You’ll get to

+ Conduct business process analyses, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefits analyses to align information technology solutions with business initiatives.
+ Work with business users to define and analyze problems and align the most suitable technical, application or configuration solutions.
+ Solicit, develop, document, and manage requirements and provide detailed design and business rules to support the requirements throughout the project life cycle up to and through change control.
+ Review system test plans and system tests modules before implementation.
+ Create, review, and deliver end-user documentation (user guide, process flow charts, training materials) and training for accuracy.
+ In upgrades, monitor production performance enhancements and system integrity with end-users.
+ Develop detailed implementation and upgrade project plans in conjunction with other account team associates.
+ Ensure that documentation is updated when change requests are approved for the project.
+ Provide input on processes, procedures, or new approaches.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement, monitor, and optimize AI-driven solutions, leveraging advanced analytics and automation tools to enhance business processes and drive innovation within the organization.

**The Person:**

You love to learn, grow, and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions.

You’re not intimidated by innovation.

You also have:

+ Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Information System, Management Information Systems, Computer/ Information Science, or a related field.
+ Knowledge of basic principles, methods, technologies, and practices of a professional/technical field.
+ Basic knowledge of system development methodology, project management system architecture and analytical/problem solving skills
+ Demonstrated leadership experience.

Able to execute with the highest degree of integrity and accountability.
+ Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the business beginning with the shop floor and ending with senior management.
+ Self-motivated individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement through the use of analytical problem-solving skills.
+ Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to interact effectively with executives.
+ Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills.
+ Experience using various computer applications including Microsoft Excel, Access and other applications included in the Microsoft Office Suite.

**The Details:**

+ Must be willing to rotate work assignments, projects, and teams every 6-12 months throughout the program.

Relocation for a minimum of one rotation may be required.
+ This hybrid role will begin in either New Britain, CT or Towson, MD.
+ Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
+ Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

**And More:**

You’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world.

We’re more than the #1 tools company.

More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment.

More than a global leader in industrial.

We’re visionaries and innovators.

As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go.

That’s where you come in.

Join us!

**_We Don’t Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too._**

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe.

Here, you’ll get the unique chance to impact some of the world’s most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker.

Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history.

Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

**Who We Are**

We’re the World’s largest tool company.

We’re industry visionaries.

We’re solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative.

We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art “smart factory” products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet.

We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

**Benefits & Perks**

You’ll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement.

And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

**What You’ll Also Get**

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren’t linear here.

Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

**Learning & Development:**
Our lifelong learning philosophy means you’ll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

**Diverse & Inclusive Culture:**
We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work.

We respect and embrace differences because that’s how the best work gets done.

You’ll find we like to have fun here, too.

**Purpose-Driven Company:**
You’ll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

**EEO Statement:**
All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status or any other protected characteristic.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete an application or access our website, please contact us at (860) 827-3923 or at accommodations@sbdinc.com .

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