Director of Agile Delivery (Remote)

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind “Career in Comfort” because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diversity workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world — one mattress at a time.

Compensation

The compensation target range for this role is:

$159,800 - $188,000

Job Summary

The Director of Agile Delivery is a leader who facilitates program-level processes and execution, drives continuous development, handles risks, and raises impediments. This person will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with and leading the Agile Delivery team and bring a passion for delivering innovative product enhancements, crafting engaging experiences, and delivering results.

Job Description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Management and oversight of a team of Agile Delivery Managers. Makes final decisions on administrative and operational matters and ensures effective achievement of objectives
• Has overall responsibility for developing and administering project performance standards for the IT department
• Assists in the development of an overall strategy to create and grow an organization that will provide leadership and direction to all employees involved with agile delivery
• Assists in strategic planning and budget development activities, coordinating and aligning the commitments of supporting resource groups, and ensuring that project commitments and expectations are reflected in short- and long-term plans
• Monitors stakeholder satisfaction, adherence to budget and contractual obligations and initiating action when necessary
• Engages appropriate resources and gauge the progress of any number of ongoing projects
• Engages resources both internal and external to Purple for successful delivery of project goals
• Establishes and clearly communicates departmental strategy to management team, provide feedback regarding tactical operations for department including budgeting, goal setting, and managing performance; follows organization's policies and applicable legal requirements; determines and implements appropriate staffing and stakeholder interaction guidelines for work team(s); and monitors performance leading to successful results
  
  

Required Skills, Education, Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in related field from a four-year college or university with a minimum of 8 years of experience (3+ years of Agile Delivery Experience preferred)
• Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Required
• Successful track record for working optimally across technology, business, and operational functions at an enterprise level
• Mastery of communication skills and styles, both written and verbal. Demonstrated ability to effectively present information to internal and external associates
• Strong emotional intelligence as part of leadership track record
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills desired
• Proven ability to lead and organize multi-disciplinary projects and initiatives in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented business environment with broad impact
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and coach teams and be a leadership advisor to lower-level managers
• Demonstrated ability to champion significant projects, programs, and business initiatives using creativity and ingenuity
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor team on developing lasting customer relationships (internal or external customers)
• Good understanding of the organization's business operations and industry. Knowledgeable of emerging trends and industry practices
• Strategic thinker with demonstrated ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• Proven manager of mid-sized cross-functional teams
• Willingness to travel on an as-needed basis
  
  

Physical Requirements

Physical activities may occasionally include . . .

• Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.
  
  

Physical activities may constantly include . . .

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of work assigned.
  
  

Environmental conditions may occasionally include . . .

• Noisy open office environment
  
  

Benefits And Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Match
• Flexible PTO
• Earn a Mattress
• Purple Swag
• Amazing Purple Products
  
  

WHY WORK AT PURPLE?

• Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people’s lives through comfort.
• Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.
• Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.
  
  

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. The company is committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood.