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Cracker Barrel Sr. IT Project Manager in Lebanon, Tennessee
WHY CRACKER BARREL
What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like…
Care beyond the table – At Cracker Barrel, we are a team. From the moment you join Cracker Barrel, you should feel cared for, confident in your role and like you belong.
Opportunities to fill your cup – Here at Cracker Barrel, we believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and setting you up for success within our walls and beyond. From day one, you’ll have hands-on, role-specific training and the ability to engage in peer-to-peer learning.
A warm welcome – For five decades, we have focused on creating a Pleasing People® brand that inspires a “home away from home” feeling for each other and our guests. We work hard to inspire a sense of belonging that continually motivates our teams – from the newest to the most tenured employees.
Serving up the care – and career – you crave.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Direct and manage IT projects within the organization. IT Project Manager/Scrum Master with experience in agile scrum that can support maturing teams by improving estimate tuning, monitoring burn down to understand the team's productivity/capacity, and intervening when planned activities are getting off track. Responsible for guiding the team to follow processes correctly, stay focused to accomplish tasks during the sprint, and remove blockers.
Coordinate, plan, monitor, and oversee technology projects following IT project processes. Facilitate work with Agile Frameworks. Coach team members in agile framework. Interact closely with Product Owners, including meetings, presentations, and various communications to assess all technical needs and communicate with the appropriate technical areas (development, infrastructure, network, etc.) expectations and status. Oversee projects in a traditional Project Manager role when applicable. Interact closely with all project stakeholders, define deliverables, assign individual responsibilities, identify resources needed, develop timelines, and hold team members accountable. Provide updates to stakeholders using agile and/or classic waterfall methods when applicable. Analyze how systems and processes work within the organization and help develop ways to use systems to increase organizational efficiency. At the direction of leadership, research new and emerging technology that could benefit the organization. Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of existing systems and identify alternative technology solutions. Coordinate and lead scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, retrospective meetings and daily standups). Work with cross-functional team members to resolve conflicts and removes obstacles Guide the IT development teams to higher scrum maturity Engage user and management in intra company partnerships resulting in long term positive solutions and processes for the benefit of Cracker Barrel. Coach and develop team members in their achievement of company objectives and responsibilities. Investigate, research and promote technology within the organization. Manage strategic initiative projects within the organization at all levels including responsibility of the financial scope when applicable.
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
Experience and Education
• Bachelor's degree in Information Services or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of Project Management Experience.
Certifications
• Project Management Professional Certification (PMP) Preferred
• Agile and/or Scrum Master Certification (ACP, CSM, etc.)
Preferred Knowledge and Skills
• Technical knowledge of IT including software development, IT Operations, QA & Testing, and systems development.
• Ability to technically communicate complex ideas and concepts.
• Strong Project management Experience
• Knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle
• Ability to research and find solutions
*WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU *
Compensation and Bonuses: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities
Care for Your Well-being: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program
Growth and Development: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development
Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program
Even More to Look Forward to: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items
ABOUT US
For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel.
PURSUE THE CAREER YOU CRAVE—APPLY NOW
Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.
Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.
At Cracker Barrel, we believe everyone deserves to feel cared for – we start with our team. To us, care means Culture, Achievement, Responsibility, and Experience and is the foundation for everything we do.
We’re welcoming team players and go-above-and-beyond helpers who value what everyone brings to the table. Our passion and commitment to serving others – and each other – bonds us to work together no matter what the fast-paced and unpredictable days bring.
At Cracker Barrel, you’re never alone on the journey. Whether you’re serving our guests or serving someone who is, you’re part of a team that creates a “home away from home” feeling and encourages opportunities to learn new skills and find fulfillment in every role. We know that when we care for each other, we can create the best experience for our guests – and that’s something we all crave.
Ready to gather ‘round our table? We’re serving up the care – and career – you crave.
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For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel.
In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department toll free at 1-800-333-9566.
Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact 1-800-333-9566 so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.
In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department online (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/contact-us/employee/ ) or toll free at 1 800-333-9566.
Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact (1-800-333-9566) so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.