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AMY ZIMMERMAN

Antioch,TN

Summary

Results-driven Agile Project Manager with over 15 years of experience in software systems administration and implementation. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams to deliver process improvements, drive organizational efficiency, and increase ROI. Expertise in Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, focusing on aligning system functions to meet organizational goals. Adept at translating customer needs into technology solutions and skilled in requirements gathering and database management. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, complemented by ongoing pursuit of PMP, PMI-ACP, and Google Foundations of Project Management certifications.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Product Owner – Career Service Manager (CSM)

SYMPLICITY CORPORATION
01.2011 - Current
  • Spearheaded project management for innovative feature development within the Career Service Manager (CSM) product, driving enhanced user experiences and functionality in SaaS web applications
  • Maintain seamless workflow and foster agile methodologies for the mobile app team, which includes two iOS developers, one Android developer, one backend developer, one UX designer, and two QA engineers
  • Create and manage user stories, expertly guiding pre-grooming and grooming sessions and incorporating diverse input from development, design, and quality assurance stakeholders
  • Align feature development with product roadmaps to guarantee systems' long-term stability and sustainability, meeting organizational goals and customer expectations.

Assistant Director, Recruiting & Operations

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
01.2006 - 01.2011
  • Managed the career services database system and oversaw on-campus recruiting logistics
  • Developed Excel reporting templates and pivot tables for in-depth year-to-year analysis of recruiting events, generating ad-hoc reports
  • Resolved system functional issues, collaborating with product vendors
  • Scheduled on-campus events with employers and set recruitment timelines.

Branch Administrator / Office Manager

PIC MIDDLE EAST LTD
01.1999 - 01.2006
  • Provided comprehensive administrative and technical support to a team of 6-8 Independent Financial Advisors and 4-5 Business Coordinators
  • Collaborated closely with the Compliance Officer to ensure all new business submissions complied with regulatory standards, proactively addressing missing documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Arts – Liberal Studies -

Midway University (nee Midway College)

Associate of Arts – General Studies -

Midway University (nee Midway College)

Skills

  • Agile Methodologies
  • Project Management
  • Scrum Master
  • Database Management
  • Requirements Gathering
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
  • Product Development
  • Account Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • Technical Documentation
  • Client Services
  • Team Leadership & Coaching
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Pivotal Tracker

Certification

  • PMP and PMI-ACP Certification in Progress
  • Google Foundations of Project Management Certification in Progress

Value Offered

Driving Agile Excellence: Delivering Results Through Strategic Project Management And Data-Driven Performance Optimization

Personal Information

Title: AGILE PROJECT MANAGER

Timeline

Product Owner – Career Service Manager (CSM)

SYMPLICITY CORPORATION
01.2011 - Current

Assistant Director, Recruiting & Operations

VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY
01.2006 - 01.2011

Branch Administrator / Office Manager

PIC MIDDLE EAST LTD
01.1999 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Arts – Liberal Studies -

Midway University (nee Midway College)

Associate of Arts – General Studies -

Midway University (nee Midway College)
AMY ZIMMERMAN