Senior Analyst, IT, Project Manager, SCRUM Master - Kohler, United States - Kohler

Description

Senior Analyst, IT, Project Manager, SCRUM Master


Work Mode:
Remote


Location:
Remote in US

Opportunity

Seeking a flexible, open-minded change agent who has demonstrable real-world Agile experience.

In order to create an environment for transformation, this person must demonstrate the ability to influence the mindset and behavior of teams and individuals.

When working with teams, it is important for this individual to push back against prevailing norms, create a learning environment and lay the groundwork for slow but ongoing organizational and social change.

This person should continually hone their Agile, facilitation and coaching skills, staying ahead of new developments.

To guide each team's Agile journey, they must embody the Agile Manifesto, Scrum Guide and Kanban practices and be the first line of contact when Agile consultation is needed for the teams.

This position requires an Agile Mindset, basing decisions on empiricism and identifying opportunities to continuously improve the way teams deliver products and services.

This Agile Coach will work with individuals and teams within a designated functional or geographical area, as well as their executives, leaders, and managers.

Additionally, this coach will need to partner closely with other Agile roles to ensure alignment with the enterprise level delivery initiatives.

Influence mindset and behaviours, including those of senior leaders of teams.

Coach and support Scrum Masters, Kanban Facilitators, Product Owners, stakeholders and teams as they adjust to and embrace Agile ways of working at Kohler.

Instill Agile principles through training and "in the moment" coaching with teams.

Ensure teams focus to achieve business outcomes and goals.

Empower teams to become self-managing, cross-functional with an attitude of relentless improvement.

Facilitate Scrum Masters and Kanban Facilitators in aligning to our Agile practices within a specific set of provided guidelines and boundaries.

Specific Responsibilities

Assess and enhance Agile maturity of teams

Attend and observe team behaviour during Agile events.

Share findings that impact Agile adoption, team maturity and performance identified during Scrum Master and Product Owner sync-up meetings with the Project Management Office.

Partner with Enterprise Agile Coaches and, the Continuous Improvement Manager and PMO Analysts in supporting Project Management Office OKRs for Agile, and strategic initiatives within the team

Work with the Agile teams to complete metrics roll-up and reporting.

Perform Agile Maturity Assessment at regular interval of time and create coaching plan for each team.

Facilitate additional metrics collection in partnership with the Scrum Master or Kanban Facilitator.

Coach the team on Engineering practices such as Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD) and User Story writing

Identify on-going training and coaching needs for teams.

Deliver training and support for the use of Agile tools e.g. Jira, Confluence

Enable Kohler's Agile way of working

Use the Kohler's Agile Delivery Framework (Initiate, Activate, Execute, Close) for Agile way of working.

Partner with Enterprise Agile Coach to support Agile Activation Process by reviewing Team Charter, Conducting Scrum 101 or Kanban 101 Training

Partner closely with Scrum Masters/Kanban Facilitators of assigned teams in evangelizing Agile way of working.

Partner with Tools team in setting up Scrum/Kanban boards in Jira and Confluence for documentation.

Collaborate with Business Leaders and Delivery Leaders in addressing Agile adoption challenges.

Promote Agile outside of the agile projects and teams

Engage with and encourage an Agile and Scrum Master Community of Practice

Be engaged with the PMO Center of Excellence

Provide coaching, support, and guidance to team in partnership with the Scrum Master, Product Owner or Kanban Facilitator

Hold weekly one-on-ones with Scrum Masters, Product Owners and Kanban Facilitators to provide coaching, feedback opportunities and ad hoc training.

Attend Scrum Master, Product Owner Communities of Practice sessions and the Kanban Facilitator Konnection.

Participate in other shared learning events and activities with the Kohler Agile community.

Facilitate Quarterly Product Planning (QPP) and Quarterly Business Reviews(QBRs) events.

Help develop training and education for onboarding and ongoing development

Ensure teams are focused on delivering business outcomes and usable features of the highest priority and value to the business

Coach Scrum Masters, Product Owners and Kanban Facilitators on the customer and product thinking mindset.

Ensure Scrum Masters, Product Owners and Kanban Facilitators help the teams understand the WHY and the business value that is being delivered to the customer/end user.

Skills/Requirements

Bachelor's degree

5+ Years' Experience

Strong background in Agile coaching multiple teams and developing learning mindset

Experience with training teams on Agile practices and train the trainer sessions for Scrum Masters

Hands-on experience with tools such as JIRA and Confluence

A desire and openness to learn and continuously improve

Strong influencing skills without command and control

Excellent communication and people skills

Commitment to the Agile practice at Kohler, the terminology and mindset

Scrum and Kanban Certification- preferred

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $107,650 - $137,150.

The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services.

We understand that it takes investment in our associates' development to make that happen.

So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual's personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more

*Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.

On November 6, Kohler Co.

announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner.

Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations.

Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth

About Us

Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities.

We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at .

It is Kohler's policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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