Full-Time
Digital Solutions Manager
Updated on 8/1/2026
Daifuku
1,001-5,000 employees
Manufactures and integrates material handling systems
No salary listed
Carrollton, TX, USA
In Person
Travel up to 50% may be required.
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- In-depth knowledge of the self-service and digital aviation market, including CUSS, AODB, FIDS, and BRS.
- Good understanding of information technology solution technologies, including cloud, operating systems, cybersecurity, administration, and database design.
- Good understanding of the software development process.
- High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
- At least 5 years of business development, sales, or account management experience.
- Demonstrable proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proficient use of customer relationship management solutions.
- Solid understanding of information technology project management and the Information Technology Infrastructure Library framework.
- Ability to travel up to 50%.
- Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve problems.
- Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
- Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a predetermined result.
- Ability to formulate a sound decision using available information.
- Maintain positive long-term relationships with executive leadership, support leadership, field leadership, customers, and stakeholders.
- Create and maintain relationships with airports and manage the digital scope, combining Sym3, BRS, self-service technologies, FIDS/AODB, and digital solutions using Daifuku and third-party software and hardware to create an overall solution.
- Manage and maintain current functional and cost knowledge of DOC software solutions, information technology hardware solutions, and database and virtualization solutions.
- Develop and maintain business partnerships with current customers and explore new opportunities to expand services through airport digital transformation.
- Engage with customers and stakeholders regarding performance, feedback, and opportunities.
- Support the development, implementation, and growth of the Airport Digital roadmap, strategy, and modernization market while staying current on trends, software, and technology.
- Motivate fellow team members to promote trust, challenge the status quo, and deliver service excellence.
- Contribute to the development of comprehensive sales strategies to win business.
- Lead regional Digital bid and proposal creation activities, including technical writing, creating request for proposal timelines, managing deadlines, and coordinating and producing final submission documents.
- Lead the preparation and delivery of presentations to customers and company management.
- Monitor procurement and lead websites for Digital scope.
- Respond to requests for information and other customer inquiries.
- Lead digital activities for regional trade shows and conferences.
- Comply with company safety program policies and procedures.
- Comply with company quality program policies and procedures.
- Perform additional duties and assignments as required by management.
- At least 10 years of experience in the aviation information technology industry, with a focus on baggage or passenger experience.
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Digital Media, or a related field.
- Project Management Professional certification or equivalent.
Daifuku is a global manufacturer and integrator of material handling systems for warehouses, factories, and distribution centers. It designs, builds, and installs end-to-end solutions that move, sort, store, and retrieve goods using conveyors, automated storage and retrieval systems, automated guided vehicles, and coordinating software. It differentiates itself through a long history, global footprint, and turnkey capabilities—from design to installation to after-sales support—tailored to the needs of large-scale logistics and manufacturing. Its goal is to improve supply chains by reducing labor, increasing throughput, and enhancing accuracy and reliability in material handling across diverse industries.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Osaka, Japan
Founded
1937
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The ¥33 billion Shiga investment supports 1.4x capacity growth by 2028.
- Open-space assembly layouts enable faster line changes and higher manufacturing flexibility.
- Rooftop solar and better insulation can reduce operating costs and support bids.
What critics are saying
- Toyota Industries, KUKA, JBT, and KION pressure Daifuku’s AGV share.
- Underutilized Shiga capacity will compress margins if orders soften before 2028.
- Relocation and commissioning errors will disrupt shipments and after-sales service simultaneously.
What makes Daifuku unique
- Daifuku is expanding Shiga Works into a larger AGV and service hub.
- Building M combines AGV assembly with after-sales parts operations.
- Daifuku’s lineup now includes SOTR AGVs for pallet, case, and piece handling.
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Benefits
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Company News
Japanese company Daifuku has acquired 100% of shares in Eisenmann GmbH from current shareholder Nimbus Hands-on Investors. The acquisition strengthens Daifuku's manufacturing systems business for the automotive industry, particularly in painting and surface treatment. Eisenmann specialises in innovative automation technologies and sustainable solutions for painting and final assembly, primarily serving European automotive and industrial component manufacturers. Daifuku operates production and sales bases across 24 countries, with automobile production line systems forming a core business. The acquisition enables Daifuku to offer more comprehensive coverage in automotive and industrial manufacturing, from quotation through to after-sales support, tailored to European standards. Both companies expect the deal to enhance proposal capabilities, expand integrated offerings and increase customer value in automotive production line systems.
Daifuku completes new AGV factory in Japan.
ICM is teaming up with Daifuku, which will supply the baggage handling equipment such as the sorting system, conveyors and carousels.
Daifuku introduced an Automated Storage and Retrieval System (AS/RS) that included cranes for both single-deep and double-deep storage.
Daifuku Services America Corp., an arm of an operations company focused on running and maintaining baggage handling systems and passenger boarding bridges in the U.S., reported its plan to lay off 38 workers in Carrollton.