Senior Manager - Agile Practice Management

CVS Health; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 106,000 - 285,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a dedicated team leader for Project Management/Scrum roles. This position requires overseeing Scrum events, mentoring teams, and fostering collaboration. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in agile methodologies and a strong healthcare background. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered.

Benefits

Affordable medical plans

401(k) with matching

Stock purchase plans

Flexible benefits including paid time off

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience.
• 5+ years managing teams of Project Managers/Scrum Masters.
• Experience managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Directs team activities and oversees Scrum events.
• Develops strategies to monitor team progress.
• Manages and communicates the agile adoption roadmap.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Execution

Agility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels, and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when, and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient, and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Position Summary

• Directs activities of the team, including overseeing and coordinating Scrum events, ensuring obstacles are identified and addressed.
• Provides coaching and mentoring to the team and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and supporting the Product Owner in backlog management.
• Develops strategies to monitor and measure team progress, promoting self-organization and continuous improvement.
• Establishes policies and procedures to reinforce agile standards across the organization.
• Collaborates with departments on project management tools, tracking systems, and communication platforms.
• Manages and communicates the agile adoption roadmap, gaining stakeholder buy-in.
• Researches emerging agile concepts to inform practices and drive improvements.
• Consolidates industry benchmarks and case studies for strategy development.
• Creates a repository of research on agile practices, Lean thinking, and organizational change.
• Decides on project management tools and collaboration platforms to enhance team productivity.
• Provides insights into agile initiatives through reporting.
• Develops cross-functional collaborations for information sharing and resource allocation.
• Manages people, including team building, coaching, and mentoring for career growth.
• Builds strong relationships with Business, Product, and Technology partners.
• Oversees large program management with external dependencies.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of work experience
• 5+ years managing teams of Project Managers/Scrum Masters
• Experience managing budgets
• Strong execution and delivery skills
• Proficiency in business intelligence
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making mastery
• Growth mindset with agility and development skills
• Healthcare industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

Agile Certifications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is $106,605.00 - $284,280.00. The actual offer will depend on experience, education, location, and other factors. This position is eligible for bonuses, commissions, and equity awards.

Our people fuel our future. We value every colleague and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs.

Benefits

• Affordable medical plans, 401(k) with matching, and stock purchase plans.
• No-cost wellness, tobacco cessation, weight management, counseling, and financial coaching programs.
• Flexible benefits including paid time off, family leave, dependent care resources, tuition assistance, and more.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits. The application window closes on 06/23/2025. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered per laws.