Description
Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Agile Project Manager to lead our cross-functional teams in delivering complex projects using Agile methodologies. This role involves managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in implementing and managing Azure DevOps for project management, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of Agile principles, with a preference for experience in SAFe, Scrum, and Kanban.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning and Execution: Develop comprehensive project plans, set clear project goals and deliverables, manage timelines, and allocate resources effectively.
- Agile Ceremony Facilitation: Lead Agile ceremonies such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives to maintain project momentum.
- Stakeholder Communication: Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, ensuring alignment and managing customer expectations.
- Risk and Impediment Management: Identify and address potential risks or impediments, utilizing problem-solving and risk management techniques to maintain project flow.
- Continuous Improvement: Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, encouraging iterative progress and adherence to Agile principles and best practices.
- Azure DevOps Management: Implement and manage Azure DevOps for project management, ensuring seamless collaboration and efficient workflow across teams.
- Team Management: Assist in team development, mentor team members, and remove roadblocks to enhance team productivity.
Qualifications
- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in Agile project management.
- Certifications: Agile or Scrum certification is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Requirements
Mandatory Skills
- Azure DevOps Experience: Proven experience in implementing and managing Azure DevOps for project management.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- SAFe Experience: Strong understanding of SAFe methodologies.
Desirable Experience
- Azure Principles: Familiarity with Azure principles to optimize project management processes.
- Scrum: Experience with Scrum frameworks to facilitate Agile ceremonies effectively.
- Scrum Master Certification
- Kanban: Knowledge of Kanban methodologies to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Logistics Experience: Experience working with customers in the logistics industry.
Must be a US Citizen; No C2C