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Teknor Apex, a leader in materials industry, is building the future through TekVentures, a dedicated corporate ventures group focused on driving innovation through agile methodologies. We're seeking a passionate and experienced Scrum Master to join our team and help execute our Lean Innovation Process.
About the Role:
As the Scrum Master for TekVentures, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding our teams through the iterative and experimental stages of our Lean Innovation Process. You'll be responsible for:
- Facilitating effective Scrum ceremonies: Lead daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning and retrospectives, ensuring smooth execution of the Scrum framework.
- Coaching and mentoring teams: Guide both technical and non-technical members through agile practices, removing roadblocks and fostering a collaborative, high-performing environment.
- Promote and lead the adoption of agile in other strategic projects in close coordination with the Chief Information Officer.
- Process optimization: Continuously review and refine the Lean Innovation Process by regularly conducting retrospectives that analyze processes and outcomes, facilitating actionable enhancements.
- Stakeholder management: Collaborate with key stakeholders across TekVentures and the broader Teknor Apex organization, ensuring clear communication and alignment.
- Metrics and reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to sprint progress, innovation outcomes, and process performance, generating insightful reports for leadership.
- Agile evangelist: Promote and champion the adoption of agile principles and practices within TekVentures and beyond.
You're the ideal candidate if you:
- Have 3+ years of experience as a Scrum Master or Agile Coach, preferably in a corporate venturing or innovation setting.
- Possess a strong understanding of Scrum and Lean Startup methodologies.
- Certified SCRUM Master (CSM) or equivalent Agile certification
- Familiarity with tools such as JIRA
- Are a skilled facilitator and coach, able to guide teams through complex challenges and inspire high performance.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building trust and rapport with diverse stakeholders.
- Are a problem-solver and critical thinker, identifying and eliminating impediments to progress.
- Are data-driven and analytical, leveraging metrics to optimize processes and measure impact.
- Have a passion for innovation and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement.
Bonus points if you:
- Have experience working in a corporate ventures or startup environment.
- Are familiar with design thinking and other user-centered methodologies.
- Possess strong knowledge of venture capital and investment processes.
What TekVentures offers:
- The opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation, shaping the future of Teknor Apex.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment with passionate and talented colleagues.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities to further your agile and innovation expertise.
If you're ready to be the catalyst for transformative innovation at Teknor Apex, apply today!
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