Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master

On behalf of our client in the Retail Sector, PROCOM is looking for a Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master.
Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master –

• Manage the implementation of assigned projects to meet stakeholder expectations measured by a project post-mortem
• Accountable for overall delivery project, with the specified level of quality for the project sponsor, on time and within budget
• Prepare and possibly present regular project status reports
• Look for opportunities for project delivery improvement, both with tools and with process. Explore and evaluate new and emerging software tools and technologies
• Manage scope, schedule and cost priorities between stakeholder groups and within the project team
• Analyze project risk and execute risk management strategies
• Provide leadership to the project team while respecting the project mandate and the company’s values
• Coordinate the activities of project team and ensure engagement of the appropriate stakeholders
• Apply Agile (Scrum Master), System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and project management methodologies; Follow the PMO funding lifecycle
• Develop project charters ensuring alignment with business goals and properly defined project scope, deliverables, risk analysis and resource requirements
• Manage complex cross functional IT projects from ideation to delivery
• Drive the decision-making process, be proactive in taking the initiative and the lead for identifying, analyzing and resolving issues. Come with a “Figure it Out” approach
• Prepare project funding requests and associated artifacts for executive approval
• Work with the Project Office Administrator to ensure project financial tracking is current and accurate
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies and escalate as necessary

Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master – Mandatory Skills

• Experience managing diverse stakeholders across all management levels
• Expert knowledge of Project Management Principles and methodology
• 5+ years of experience managing medium to large, scoped software and infrastructure-based projects
• Ability to manage change and successfully deliver in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects from initiation through to closure
• University degree or equivalent
• Familiarity with in-store technologies such as RF guns, PCs, and POS applications
• Excellent people management skills; experience working with and managing teams in a matrix environment

Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master – Preferred Skills

• Retail experience is an asset
• PMP and/or Agile certification is an asset

Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master - Assignment Start Date ASAP – 6 months to start
Senior Project Manager - Scrum Master - Assignment Location Toronto, ON – Work Hybrid