Manager, Supply Chain Transformation

This is a remote position; however, the selected colleague must reside in Houston, TX.

SUMMARY OF JOB PURPOSE:

Plan and execute Supply Chain Transformation Workstreams supporting Sysco’s Recipe for Growth. Partner with Business Leads to facilitate project planning (defining objectives, scope, dependencies, cross-functional resource needs, and workplan) for multiple Workstreams focused on enterprise value delivery. Leverage tools and Sysco common methodology to manage daily Workstream progress, actively monitor and report risks, and facilitate critical decision making. Prepare and present updates and presentations to communicate Workstream status and health. Collaborate with Senior Manager Supply Chain Transformation, Business Leads, and Sysco Technology partners to develop innovative solutions to Supply Chain problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and Execute Supply Chain Transformation Workstreams

Facilitate project planning for Supply Chain Transformation Workstreams (e.g. Order Capture, Fulfillment and Delivery, Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Network Implementation, Technology Integration)

Collaborate with Sr. Managers & Business Leads to define Workstream objectives & scope

Leverage PM tool to document detailed work plans which identify process, sequences, dependencies, and resources to deliver Workstream objectives

Manage the daily progress of multiple workstreams and partner with Business Leads to drive project execution

Facilitate weekly Workstream huddles using PM tool to monitor cross-functional team progress

Collaborate with Business Lead to activity identify risks and create mitigation strategies

Ensure completeness and accuracy of action log and ensure key decisions are being made or escalated to Senior Manager or Business Sponsor

Actively monitor Workstream health and partner with Senior Manager to make recommendations for adjustments of people, process, and method as necessary

Communicate progress. Develop Workstream level updates and presentations to communicate approaches, priorities, progress, and highlight key decisions/risks to Business Sponsors and Functional Leaders. Skilled in verbal communications, presentation development, workshop planning, and meeting facilitation.

Innovate and Develop Solutions

Develop innovative solutions to supply chain problems that drive value and business benefit.

Partner with Sysco’s Technology team members to create and define supply chain technology solutions.

Best Practices Development

Contribute towards development of Supply Chain Transformation team knowledge and expertise as it relates to methodology, change management, tool utilization, and overall best practices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree or related experience in lieu of education (e.g. supply chain, merchandising, wholesale distribution)

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering or Business Administration

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

3 years of experience

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

Business and/or technology consulting, project planning, process re-engineering, and systems integration

Direct experience in the end-to-end supply chain process (Procure to Pay; Operations; Facility Design and Optimization; Order to Cash; Mergers and Integration)

Demonstrated leadership experience on multiple cross-functional transformation projects

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Supply Chain

Supply chain experience in selected area(s) of expertise (e.g. Inventory Management, Inbound Transportation, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Delivery, Network Optimization, Facility Design, Mergers & Acquisitions, Technology Integration)

Broad understanding of end-to-end supply chain and required integration with other functions (e.g. merchandising, sales, customer support, accounting, finance)

Leadership

Strong influencing skills with the ability to connect in a credible manner with leadership

Able to drive consensus among key stakeholders with diverse needs and interests

Collaborative team player who can synthesize feedback and direction from multiple stakeholders

Relationship Management

Develop and maintain trust-based partnership relationships at multiple levels of the organization

Contribute to, and execute stakeholder alignment plans that proactively manage business change

Problems Solving, Planning and Organizing

Strong understanding and demonstrated capability for solving complex problems in a structured way

Strong skills in project planning, process design, and project management

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, adapting to shifting priorities and meeting deadlines

Communication

Strong communicator who can create impactful presentations to project sponsors and leaders

Able to appropriately tailor messages synchronize, socialize, and cascade communications

Expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint

Analytics and Measures

Strong skills in business measurement definition and tracking (e.g. KPIs)

Able to construct project business case

Possesses a strong general business acumen

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Expertise in Microsoft Excel

Experience with Smartsheet

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.