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Elanco IT is on a transformative journey, shifting from a traditional project-based approach to a modern, product-operating model. Our vision is to become a truly Agile company, and this role is at the very heart of that evolution. We are building empowered, durable product teams focused on delivering customer and business value, not just features.
To achieve this, we've created a dedicated Delivery Management organization. Our mission is to empower product teams by removing impediments, fostering shared approaches, and demonstrating our collective impact. We believe that by focusing on delivery excellence, we can free our Product Managers to focus on product excellence.
We are looking for an experienced Delivery Manager to be a force multiplier for our product teams. You won't just be facilitating ceremonies; you will be the Orchestrator of the team's execution plan, the guardian of its health, and a key partner in our journey to becoming a world-class, product-led organization.
Your Responsibilities:
* Proactively identify, resolve, and escalate impediments—from tactical daily blockers to complex, systemic issues that span multiple teams.
* Masterfully manage dependencies within and across teams, ensuring clear communication and alignment to prevent delays.
* Champion high-integrity commitment management, coaching teams on creating realistic forecasts and communicating progress transparently.
* Partner with teams to streamline the path to production, improving deployment frequency and ensuring releases are smooth and efficient.
* Cultivate a culture of trust, collaboration, and psychological safety where problems can be raised and solved without fear of blame.
* Coach teams on self-organization, effective collaboration, and conflict resolution, helping them mature their Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban, etc.).
* Champion a mindset of continuous improvement, using metrics and retrospectives to identify and act on opportunities to work smarter.
* Act as a key coach and partner to Product Managers, helping them bridge the gap between strategic discovery and tactical delivery.
* Influence and align stakeholders, providing transparency into the team's progress, risks, and dependencies.
* Contribute to and help build our Delivery Management community of practice, sharing knowledge, and standardizing best practices across Elanco.
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
* Extensive Experience: Proven success in a delivery-focused role (e.g., Delivery Manager, Senior Scrum Master, Agile Coach) within a large, cross-functional, product-led organization.
* Transformation Champion: Experience navigating and driving large-scale organizational change, such as an agile or product model transformation. You understand the challenges and can help guide teams through ambiguity.
* Deep Expertise: A deep, practical understanding of Agile and Lean principles, with the ability to adapt frameworks like Scrum and Kanban to fit the team's context, rather than applying them dogmatically.
* A Strategic Mindset: The ability to see beyond the team level to identify systemic bottlenecks and opportunities for broader organizational improvement.
* A Coaching Heart: A genuine passion for coaching individuals and teams to help them grow and improve. You are comfortable coaching across all levels, from team members to Product Managers, and can constructively partner with and coach leadership to help foster new skills and an agile mindset.
* Exceptional Facilitation Skills: You are an expert facilitator who can guide teams through complex conversations, planning sessions, and conflict resolution with ease.
* Data-Driven Approach: You use metrics not as a weapon, but as a tool to help teams understand their performance and drive meaningful improvements.
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
* Experience working in a regulated, multi-agency, or international environment.
* Formal certifications (e.g., CSM, PSM II, SAFe, PRINCE2 / PRINCE2 Agile) are valued but secondary to real-world experience.
Why Join Us?
This isn't just another Scrum Master role. This is a chance to be a foundational member of a new, strategic team and make a tangible impact on a global organization's agile transformation. You will have the autonomy to solve real problems, the support of a dedicated leadership team, and the opportunity to shape the future of product delivery at Elanco.
Additional Information:
* Travel: 0-10%
* Location: Hook, UK - Hybrid Work Environment
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles
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