Scrum Master Sap Implementation

Kunj Dalal

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CAREER HIGHLIGHT:

5+ years of experience in driving Agile best practices and transformation initiatives within large enterprises

Specialized in SAP implementation, Agile best practices, PI Planning, backlog management, and JIRA to deliver high-quality solutions

Skilled in leveraging JIRA for effective backlog management, sprint planning, and tracking team progress, resulting in enhanced visibility, collaboration, and delivery efficiency

Well-versed in XP engineering best practices, including Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Deployment (CD), DevOps, Pair Programming (XP best practices), and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD)

Solid understanding of best practices in Scaled Agile (SAFe) PI Planning, Inspect and Adapt workshops, capacity planning, and effectively managing cross-team dependencies

Proficient in coordinating PI Planning sessions for the ART, promoting alignment between Agile teams, stakeholders, and organizational goals to achieve effective program delivery

Expert in facilitating various level of workshops such as User Story writing, Story pointing, DoD DoR and working agreement

In Depth understanding of Scrum, and Kanban Metrics (Lead time, cycle time, WIP Limit)

Ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively in high-pressure environments, adeptly managing multiple projects and responsibilities while consistently meeting deadlines for successful task completion

Proven leadership qualities paired with effective communication skills, sharp analytical thinking, problem-solving proficiency, and a strong passion for driving significant change

CERTIFICATIONS:

Certified Scrum Master (CSM)

Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

Certified SAFe Scrum Master (SAFe SSM)

Certified SAFe Advanced Scrum Master (SAFe ASM)

AREA OF EXPERTISE:

Scrum/Kanban

Burndown & Burnup charts

Backlog Management

Conflict Resolution

Risk Management and Compliance

Sprint Planning

Mentoring/Coaching

Stakeholder Engagement

Agile values & principles

Servant Leadership

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY:

Morgan Stanley

Scrum Master November 2023 – Current

Facilitate Agile routines like (daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives) for 2 scrum and 1 kanban teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals

Develop and monitor Program Increment (PI) objectives and Key Results (OKRs), ensuring they align with business goals while providing clear visibility into progress and potential risks to facilitate informed decision-making

Lead the development and maintenance of data pipelines to ensure seamless data flow and integration across various systems, resulting in a 25% reduction in data access time and a 20% increase in data accuracy

Establish Agile metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor team performance and pinpoint areas for improvement, facilitating data-driven decision-making.

Drive the delivery of SAP modules (e.g., FI, MM, SD) by removing impediments, coordinating dependencies, and fostering a high-performing team environment.

Maintain continuous communication with Agile Release Train (ART) stakeholders, including Product Owners, Scrum Teams, and System Architects, to gain a thorough understanding of objectives, priorities, and dependencies for the upcoming Program Increment (PI)

Promote Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices for SAP enhancements, ensuring timely and quality releases

Align with SAP project managers and product owners to prioritize user stories based on business impact and technical feasibility

Orchestrate discussions focused on dependencies between teams and across Agile Release Trains (ARTs). Assist teams in identifying and resolving these dependencies, escalate issues as needed, and collaborate with fellow Scrum Masters and stakeholders

Guide the team in establishing the Definition of Ready (DoR), Definition of Done (DoD), and working agreements

Assist and mentor teams on DevOps principles, cultivating a culture that emphasizes automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery to enhance collaboration

Utilize collaborative tools such as Mural to effectively document Program Increment (PI) objectives, key results, risks, and commitments, enhancing team alignment and transparency

Leverage Jira to track progress & manage data-related tasks, contributing to a notable 20% improvement in sprint completion rates by enhancing visibility & accountability within team

Promote a culture of continuous improvement through Inspect and Adapt workshops, evaluating the team's agility levels and providing targeted support to facilitate their growth and enhancement

Coach development teams in effectively utilizing Databricks within the Scrum framework, resulting in a 15% increase in the reliability of data pipelines through enhanced collaboration and efficient practices

Siemens Healthineers

Scrum Master April 2021 – November 2023

Developed and maintained a variety of metrics and team tools, including burn-down and burn-up charts, progress dashboards, time tracking reports, and executive reports, to provide comprehensive visibility into team performance and project status

Collaborated with Circle Leadership on Program Increment (PI) planning activities, organizing and leading various PI-related initiatives to ensure effective execution and alignment across teams

Showcased ongoing growth and improvement by learning from colleagues and introducing innovative ideas to the team, fostering a dynamic and collaborative environment

Conducted workshops for teams to define Objectives and Key Results (OKRs), ensuring alignment with organizational-level OKRs and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to drive focused efforts and measurable outcomes

Assisted in transforming initiatives into a structured conceptual backlog by defining Epics, Features, and User Stories, effectively translating business-level details into actionable items for the teams

Siemens Energy

Project Manager July 2020- April 2021

Developed and managed comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder expectations throughout the project

Supported procurement and vendor management activities, streamlining communication between suppliers and the engineering team, leading to a 10% reduction in delivery delays

Identified and resolved project bottlenecks by coordinating with engineering teams and stakeholders, minimizing delays and ensuring timely delivery

Suggested and implemented process improvements that enhanced project efficiency, reducing completion time by 5%

Used project management software [MS Project, AutoCAD, SolidWorks] to assist in project planning, scheduling, and documentation

EDUCATIONS:

B.E in Mechanical Engineering

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