Scrum Master/Project Manager

ASI is the largest global provider of technology B2B services for the $25.8 billion promotional products industry (branding and marketing). With 25,000 clients in 53 countries, our mission is to inspire, inform, and empower our clients’ success every step of the way.

ASI is seeking a Scrum Master/Project Manager to plan, organize, and execute application development and technology projects. This role is responsible for driving collaborative efforts across multiple teams to ensure project timelines and budgets are met; overseeing quality control throughout projects life cycle in accordance with company quality standards; and ensuring stakeholders are informed throughout the process.

The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $125,000.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and guide the end-to-end development of IT projects, from initial concept to final implementation.
• Define clear project scopes, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Drive project execution by managing backlog refinement, sprint and PI planning, demos, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.
• Collaborate with Product Owners to prioritize tasks, manage backlog, incorporate change requests, and ensure committed work is effectively delivered.
• Create comprehensive project timelines, while efficiently allocating and managing resources and budgets.
• Mitigate risks by assisting the team in recognizing obstacles and devising effective mitigation and contingency strategies.
• Lead requirements reviews, sprint planning, and scrum meetings to foster efficient project progress.
• Monitor and track project deliverables and milestones to ensure timely completion.
• Uphold rigorous quality standards by managing the quality assurance process, reviewing quality metrics, and ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Engage with stakeholders as needed and coordinate multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Maintain transparent communication by delivering metric-driven progress reports to team members and stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Grasp business needs, proactively monitor project scope, enforce Change Request processes, and identify risks, implementing mitigation plans as necessary.
• Prepare for engagement reviews, facilitate quality assurance procedures, and coordinate user acceptance testing.
• Collaborate seamlessly with team members across different locations and time zones for successful project outcomes.
• Manage and run production releases and coordinate with different team for effective deployments.

Qualifications:

• Possess 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience facilitating projects in roles such as Scrum Master, Project Manager, or Project Coordinator.
• Bachelor’s degree or demonstrate equivalent project management expertise.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies, SAFe concepts, and proficiency in SDLC project management techniques and tools would be advantageous.
• Exhibit adaptability to evolving priorities, demands, and timelines by leveraging analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrate exceptional written and verbal communication skills, coupled with a talent for effective interpersonal interactions.
• Showcase a proven track record of influencing cross-functional teams positively to achieve collective goals.
• Display adeptness in prioritization and task execution within high-pressure environments.
• Willingness to dedicate additional hours or oversee weekend activities when necessary to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Willingness to learn new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance his/her skillset.

ASI currently has a hybrid work model. All employees, who live within a one-hour commuting distance, are required to work onsite on Wednesdays.

ASI offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available on day one of employment.
• Paid maternity and paternity/bonding leave (12 weeks paid for birthing/primary parent and 2 weeks paid for secondary parent).
• Free 24/7 access to Magellan Employee Assistance Program and Teladoc.
• Day one 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays, floating days, and paid time off (PTO).
• Office amenities with onsite café, Starbucks, free gym and classes, onsite daycare, creative space for areas such as our garden club, music room, craft and painting, and relaxation space.

Take this opportunity to join our successful team! Apply today! EOE m/f/d/v. ASI is an equal opportunity employer, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status. Diversity makes us better. Check out ASI’s Diversity and Inclusion Blog Posts.

Important note: The health and safety of our employees is a top priority at ASI. We encourage all employees to get vaccinated to protect themselves and others from Covid-19. Employees who are not fully vaccinated for Covid-19 and who are enrolled in the ASI health plan will be subject to a $100 per pay surcharge. Vaccinated employees are not subjected to the surcharge.

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