“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 professionals
350+ locations worldwide across 60+ countries
Fortune 500
Globally unified systems
The Project Manager III plays a key role working within a highly collaborative and Agile development team building the Transportation Warehouse Management System (TWMS). The PM will take on the role of Scrum Master for the team. They will communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders throughout the Program Increment (PI), maintain and execute the PI plan, and help raise awareness and mitigate risks. The PM/Scrum Master will facilitate the day-to-day activities of Product Owners, Quality Engineers, Developers, other Scrum Masters and other IS roles for the duration of the Program Increment.The TWMS development team is doing green-field development work on a warehouse management system for our global network of transportation warehouses. As a PM/Scrum Master, you will make a difference for end users in hundreds of warehouses around the world. The TWMS web application runs on Android-based mobile scanning devices and PCs. The system is widely used but is still in its infancy awaiting functionalities for all aspects of operations in multiple countries. The TWMS team works regularly with end users across the globe to determine the greatest need and each newly released feature is well-received by a hungry audience. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports the team in adoption of SAFe/Agile core values, principles, and practices
Leads the team in self-organization to deliver quality software with predictability, efficiency, and velocity
Facilitates team SAFe ceremonies: daily stand-up, iteration planning, iteration review and retrospection
Provides metrics for the team (e.g. capacity, planned/actual velocity, story point burn down)
Removes impediments and provides visibility and/or escalation to leadership
Fosters a positive and productive environment within the Agile team
Monitors sprint/iteration work closely, proactively manages dependencies in support of delivering on time
Keeps team organized and focused
Promotes a mindset and focus on relentless & continuous improvement
Understands the context and status of each feature and story in the PI plan
Supports the RTE in administering PI planning
Works closely with Team Management to further support individual team members
This 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 Seattle
Federal Way
Lynnwood
Bellevue (Factoria)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency and demonstrated experience as a Scrum Master with Scrum/Agile & Kanban methodologies
Proven interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
Ability to successfully navigate and execute within ambiguous and stressful situations
Strong communication and execution capabilities
Continuous learner: receptive to feedback, with a desire to improve
Skilled problem solver, strong collaborator, and able to provide organization and clarity around complex topics
Assertive personality; interpersonal, action and outcome driven mentality
Well-organized with a keen attention to detail
Servant leader
Strong customer service attitude
Excellent time management and organization skills
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) a plus
Applicants 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 $140,000Expeditors offers excellent benefits:
Paid Vacation (first year prorated based off month of hire then eligible for 15 days)
Holidays (10)
Flexible Days (2)
PaidSick Time(accrual rate of 1 hour of sick time per 30 hours paid)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life and Disability Insurance
Paid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)
Commuter Benefit
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and Personnel Development Program
Educational Assistance and Reimbursement
Position is full time (40 hours per week) Monday through Friday
Business professional dress code
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO Guidelines.