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Expeditors International

Project Manager III (Scrum Master) - EXP.O Ocean, IS Operational Experience

Expeditors International, Federal Way, Washington, United States, 98003


Project Manager III (Scrum Master) - EXP.O Ocean, IS Operational Experience

Full-time“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors FounderGlobal supply chain management is what we do, but at the heart of Expeditors you will find professionalism, leadership, and a friendly environment, all of which foster an innovative, customer service-based approach to logistics.18,000 trained professionals350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countriesGlobally unified systemsHave you been watching the news? The logistics industry connects the world. The last few years have highlighted the importance of strong supply chains. We are innovating in the ocean trade domain.Join the growing exp.o Ocean team designing a new application to serve our internal customers. You will help chart the course forward, including choosing the technologies and helping to make the solutions scalable. This project is high-visibility. Collaboration is a must in this role.As the Scrum Master for exp.o Ocean, you will work with a highly collaborative team that is working closely with our system users and business subject-matter experts to leverage cutting-edge technologies to support the best customer service in the industry. The exp.o Order Management application is attempting to keep up with the ever-changing market and scale our application to meet the needs of the future.In this role, you will work with a team that values speed and quality, with a strong desire to drive change and foster a positive work environment. Your work will include coaching team members, proactively eliminating barriers, and facilitating team delivery. Perhaps most importantly, you will use your Agile capabilities and growth mindset to help empower, energize, and motivate the teams you support. You will work closely with your team and peers to support PI, sprint, and release planning, foster team self-awareness, encourage cross-training, decision-making, and continuous improvement while supporting the team to raise awareness of dependencies and mitigate risks as they arise.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:Coaches the team in adoption of SAFe/Agile core values, principles, and practicesLeads the team in self-organization to deliver quality working software with predictability, efficiency, and velocityFacilitates and conducts team SAFe ceremonies: daily stand-up, iteration planning, iteration review, and iteration retrospectiveProvides metrics for the team & ART (e.g., capacity, planned/actual velocity, story point burn down)Removes impediments and provides visibility and/or escalation to leadershipFosters a positive and productive environment within the Agile teamMonitors sprint/iteration work closely, proactively manages dependencies, and ensures committed work is delivered on timeKeeps team organized and focusedPromotes a mindset and focus on relentless & continuous improvementUnderstands the context and status of each feature and story in the PI planCollaborates with the RTE in administering PI planningThis position is on-site and will reside in the greater Seattle, WA area at one of the following locations depending on availability. Candidates must be local or willing to relocate. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position.Downtown SeattleLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSWorking knowledge of Agile development methodologies and activities, particularly Scrum and Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)Continuous learner; receptive to feedback, with a desire for improvementExperienced problem solver, strong collaborator, and able to provide organization and clarity around complex topicsAssertive personality, interpersonal, action and outcome driven mentalityAbility to actively inspire, coach, mentor, and motivateWell organized with a keen attention to detailAbility to successfully navigate and execute within ambiguous and stressful situationsStrong communication and execution capabilitiesDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS3-5+ years of experience in related field (i.e., project management, software development, IS or Agile leadership, etc.)3+ years Project Management or Scrum Master experienceSAFe Scrum Master certification or similarExperience working in cross-functional Agile teams to deliver results with tight deadlinesUnderstanding of the transportation/logistics industryApplicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not transfer or sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (such as an H-1B visa) for this opportunity.Expected base salary: $90,000 to $129,000Expeditors offers excellent benefits:Paid vacationHolidays (10)Flexible Days (2)Paid Sick Time (accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)Health Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through FridayBusiness professional dress codeAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.

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