Jr. Project Manager/Scrum Master at Advertising Specialty Institute Philadelphia, PA

Jr. Project Manager/Scrum Master job at Advertising Specialty Institute. Philadelphia, PA. Job Description

Job Description

ASI is the largest global provider of technology B2B services for the $26.1 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 currently has a hybrid work model. All employees, who live within a one-hour commuting distance, are required to work onsite on Tuesdays & Wednesdays.

ASI is seeking a talented and team-focused Junior Project Manager/Scrum Master to support software products development, plan, organize, and manage IT application architecture and infrastructure project executions. This role involves driving collaboration across multiple departments, managing capacity, tracking project progress, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget.

The Jr. PM/SM will also support agile product delivery teams by facilitating scrum processes/discipline, and ensuring adherence to agile practices.

The Junior Project Manager/Scrum Master will report to the Program Manager. You'll join our Information Services department and collaborate across multiple departments.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $95,000.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed project plans, manage IT projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate project activities, and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, reports, and logs.
• Prepare, present, and communicate comprehensive project status reports timely for management and stakeholders.
• Ensure all project and PMO process documentation are organized and accessible.
• Remove impediments, mitigate risks, and work with teams on finding the right solutions to move projects forward.
• Support Product Owners and Stakeholders in refining requirements and managing backlog.
• Assist in facilitating agile ceremonies - ensuring team commitment and engagement in the process.
• Promote, and encourage teams to follow Agile/Scrum practices when applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology/Information Services preferred, minimum 1-3 year experience in related fields.
• Experience and understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) and Scrum Master role in software development.
• Familiarity with agile practices using Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, etc.
• Familiarity with using JIRA/Atlassian tools on a software development project.
• Good skills and knowledge of servant leadership, facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, with drive for continuous improvement and engagement with project teams
• Strong and effective communicator with the ability to tailor communication for difference audiences.
• Proactive: Takes initiative and anticipates needs.
• Adaptable: Flexible and open to change in a dynamic work environment.
• Empathetic: Understands and considers team members' perspectives and needs.
• Detail-Oriented: Focuses on the details while understanding the bigger picture.
• Team Player: Works well with others and contributes to team success.

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 4 weeks paid for secondary parent) and a parent support group.
• 12 weeks of paid daycare for new parents (14 weeks at our onsite daycare center, Lots of Love).
• Free Health and Wellness programs.
• 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, 24/7 free gym access and classes, onsite daycare, EV charging stations, creative spaces such as our community garden club, music room, art room, 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.

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