Director, Agile PMO

Director, Agile PMO

SUMMARY:

The Director of Agile Project Management Office (PMO) is responsible for developing various methods and practices of project management into the Motion Information Technology (IT) and eCommerce teams to accomplish the strategic objectives of the organization.

You must be eligible to work in the US without Visa Sponsorship.

JOB DUTIES:

• Helps define and build Agile strategies, framework, and appropriate program oversight across Motion IT and eCommerce, and works with all levels of the organization to influence and affect positive, sustainable change.
• Facilitates teams of senior staff through detailed and complex projects, particularly relating to strategic objectives including complex process and execution, escalating impediments, managing risk, driving high level continuous improvement, and ensuring value delivery across Motion IT and eCommerce customer base.
• Partners with the executive team and department leaders to build consensus around the strategic objectives and the role of Agile in the organization to foster a product-oriented culture.
• Works closely with stakeholders to define the optimal operating model.
• Develops and takes a leading role in the Agile practice, putting in place the systems, processes, and ways of working to sustain a high performing team, where skill development, increased agility, collaboration and improved ways of working are keys to success.
• Instills a learning culture to continuously inspect and adapt methodology and efficiency.
• Facilitates alignment to the cross-departmental work efforts.
• Leads in portfolio and program management process improvement.
• Coordinates cross-functional teams, planning activities including annual planning to ensure effective budget management.
• Conducts periodic reviews with Motion leadership teams and stakeholders to validate portfolio and re-prioritize, as necessary, to meet needs.
• Leads general communications, planning, and execution related to the team assigned to “Office of IT” operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related field and ten (10) years of related experience or an equivalent combination. Must have led or played a significant leadership role in a medium to large size organization's Agile transformation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Demonstrated experience and success leading diverse teams in a hybrid working environment (on-premises, hybrid and remote teams).
• Experience with multiple Agile and lean methodologies.
• Program management skills and experience.
• Experience successfully executing programs that meet the objectives of excellence in a dynamic environment within a global organization
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to develop and communicate the strategic vision, and inspire and motivate staff.
• Practical certification such as Scrum Alliance Certified Agile Leadership, Scaled Agile Framework Certification, Kanban, Certified Coaching or Change Management certification experience.
• Distinctive blend of business, IT, financial and communication skills,
• Strategic leader able to energize the appropriate teams in the organization.
• Thorough planning and tracking skills, well-organized, focused on results, capable of managing multiple projects, excellent time management with respect to priorities and self management.
•  Excellent judgement and problem-solving skills, including negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Ability to leverage both internal and external resources to expedite and deliver projects.
• Ability to work in a team environment, create timelines and continually make necessary adjustments.
• Excellent meeting facilitation skills and group problem-solving methods.
• Excellent writing, presentation and oral communication skills.
• Active listening skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

 LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:  Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist and SAFe Practice Consultant (SPC) and other relevant lean and agile certifications preferred.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: 5-10 Direct Reports

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes

COMPANY INFORMATION: Motion offers an excellent benefits package which includes options for healthcare coverage, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, vacation, sick, and holiday pay

DISCLAIMER:

This job description illustrates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and skills required. Management retains the right to add or modify duties at any time.

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