Company Description

“We’re not in the shipping business; we’re in the information business” -Peter Rose, Expeditors Founder

Global 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+ countriesFortune 500Globally unified systems

Job Description

​Have you been watching the news? The logistics industry connects the world. The last  few years has 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 a highly collaborative team that is working to . The team works 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 keep up with the everchanging market and scale our application to meet the needs of the future.

In this role you will work with a team that value 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 planning

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 SeattleFederal WayLynnwoodBellevue (Factoria)

 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Working 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 capabilities

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

3-5+ 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 deadlineUnderstanding of the transportation/logistics industry

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.

Additional Information

Expected base salary:  $90,000 to $140,000

Expeditors 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)Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision CoverageHealth Savings Account (HSA)Life and Disability InsurancePaid Parental Leave (additional eligibility criteria)Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DC FSA)Commuter BenefitEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Training and Personnel Development ProgramEducational Assistance and ReimbursementPosition 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.