Agile Project Manager

Project ManagerExperience Required: 7+ years of experienceWhat You'll DoManage/oversee all aspects of multiple simultaneous fast-paced assigned projects with distributed teamsDesign and maintain project vision, project working standards, and agreementsDevelop project roadmap, release plan, resource allocation, funding request, communication plan, risks and issues management plan, test plan, and defect management planManage project scope, budget, project burn charts, presentations to IT/Business, daily standup, agile ceremonies, backlog grooming, and retrospective sessionsImplement Agile methodology using Rally and Planview toolsFacilitate project meetings, including: Discovery Sessions, Iteration 0, Iteration Planning, Demo & Retrospective, Daily Stand-up, Backlog GroomingComplete project tracking/analysis reportsTrack, update, and communicate project status proactively, including: Project progress, Budget/cost, Resource utilization, Change requests, Issues, risks, and risk mitigation plansInterface with project stakeholders at all levels of management to ensure project priorities align with business needs and expectationsEnsure appropriate project documentation and deliverables are clearly defined and deliveredMentor and coach Agile teams to ensure adoption and successful use of Agile @ American practicesAct as a liaison between business units and third-party vendorsUse business analysis techniques for: Gathering and documenting complex requirements, Scoping, Interviewing, Facilitation, System component design, Testing, ImplementationMinimum Qualifications - Education & Prior Job ExperienceBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Technology, Information Systems (CIS/MIS), Engineering, or related technical discipline, or equivalent experience/training3 years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience3 years of experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologiesPreferred Qualifications - Education & Prior Job Experience3 years of experience in Agile methods and mindset as an approach to software development5 years of progressive broad-based information systems and business experience5 years of experience managing and delivering mission-critical, high-availability large and small IT development projects using structured project management and system development methodologies, such as Agile/ScrumAirline industry experienceSkills, Licenses & CertificationsCertified ScrumMaster or PMP (Project Management Professional) is a plusExperience in leading, coaching, and mentoring teams while leveraging Agile methodologies, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and developing self-organizing teamsExperience in a variety of computing platforms, including: Mainframe, Client/server, Web, Cloud, Social mediaExperience with Agile life cycle management tools such as: Team Foundation/Server (TFS), Rally, Planview, VersionOneExperience in DevOps toolchain methodologies, including: Continuous Integration, Continuous DeploymentProficiency in Microsoft Office tools: Project, Excel, Word, PowerPointStrong leadership skills; team-focused with high energy and a positive attitudeStrong analytical, estimating, and problem-solving skillsAbility to think strategically and develop tactical methods to achieve objectives and goalsAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with team members, customers, and external groupsAbility to work collaboratively in a geographically dispersed environmentLanguage/Communication Skills & Physical AbilitiesAbility to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels within the organizationAbility to explain technical concepts and adjust messaging based on the audience, including non-technical groupsStrong interpersonal, collaboration, and negotiation skills to influence stakeholdersAbility to work well within a team environment as well as independentlyPhysical ability to safely and successfully perform the essential functions of the position, with or without legally required reasonable accommodationsTop 3-5 SkillsAgile methodologySAP project exposure (a plus)Ability to work closely with Vendor/Partner Project ManagerStrong presentation skills (preparing summaries and presenting)Surrounding Team/Key ProjectsSAP S/4 Hana migrationFinance initiativesProcurement projects Samprasoft