Leslie ward
@leslieward
Accomplished Scrum Master driving Agile transformation, team efficiency, and continuous improvement.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Scrum Master with extensive experience leading Agile teams and coaching cross-functional groups to deliver results. At a large global retailer, I optimized processes and drove continuous improvement to significantly increase team efficiency.
My background includes hands-on Scrum facilitation—running ceremonies, tracking sprint metrics, and managing stakeholder relationships—to ensure predictable delivery and clear communication. I mentor teams in self-organization and Agile best practices to improve collaboration and outcomes.
Previously, I served as a Functional Analyst/SME where I configured systems, authored functional specifications, and coordinated project teams to implement solutions like TMS and LP systems. I also have TMS implementation and super-user experience with tools such as JDA and MercuryGate.
I hold a master's degree in Management Information Systems with a project management emphasis and a bachelor's in Communications. I am certified as a Scrum Master and Product Owner and I seek roles where I can continue to lead Agile transformations, improve delivery practices, and develop teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Scrum Master
Costco Wholesale
Jan 2019 - Present (6 years 8 months)
Facilitated Scrum ceremonies and coached teams in Agile practices at Costco Wholesale, improving team efficiency and driving continuous improvement since 2019.
Functional Analyst 3 / SME
Costco Wholesale
Jan 2015 - Jan 2019 (4 years)
Defined functional requirements and configured business processes for TMS/LP systems, produced functional specifications and drove post-implementation reviews to optimize processes (2015–2019).
TMS Implementation Specialist
AFS Vista
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015 (3 years)
Served as MercuryGate super user and implementer, providing customer support, troubleshooting and implementation services for TMS solutions from 2012–2015.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Bellevue University
Master of Science, Management Information Systems
Master of Science in Management Information Systems with emphasis in Project Management.
University of South Carolina
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Bachelor of Arts in Communications with an emphasis in Mass Media and Communications.
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