Network Manager - Europe

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Network Manager to join their Infrastructure & Technology team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the design and optimization of high-performance network solutions across Europe. You will provide architectural leadership while managing a skilled team and collaborating with third-party vendors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in enterprise network architecture and a strong technical background in Cisco technologies. This position is remote-first, allowing you to work flexibly while contributing to innovative infrastructure initiatives that impact the company's European operations significantly.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing and maintaining large-scale enterprise networks.
• Deep technical skills in Cisco technologies and cloud platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and documentation of complex network solutions including WAN, LAN, and security.
• Manage a high-performing network team and oversee operational elements.

Skills

Network Architecture

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Advanced Degree/Network Certifications (CCNP, CCIE)

Tools

Cisco Technologies

SolarWinds

Infoblox

Visio

Job description

Sysco are now recruiting for a Network Manager to join the Infrastructure & Technology team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Network Services, you will be embedded within the global Sysco Network team, providing architectural leadership and network expertise to support Sysco’s European operations. This role focuses on the design, development, and optimization of high-performance, high-availability network solutions and services, including automation, security, and disaster recovery readiness.

The successful candidate will lead the creation of infrastructure frameworks, work closely with third-party vendors, and manage a small high-performing team. You’ll also provide subject matter expertise on both project and operational activity while contributing to strategic planning for future network services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, evaluation, and documentation of complex network solutions including WAN, LAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, security, and load balancing
• Act as the SME for network architecture across the region, ensuring best practices and operational excellence
• Lead network-related projects from concept through to implementation, including SOWs, design documentation, and post-deployment support
• Ensure network infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and compliant with Sysco’s enterprise standards
• Participate in enterprise-wide strategy and design sessions, contributing to long-term infrastructure planning
• Manage and develop a cohesive European network team, including mentoring and performance reviews
• Deliver against agreed KPIs within budget and timelines
• Support the development of network reference architectures and tools
• Provide leadership in day-to-day team activities and stakeholder management

Operations & Support

• Oversee operational elements including network security, firewall administration, and compliance reviews
• Lead the on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents where needed
• Monitor and maintain enterprise infrastructure across local sites, remote offices, and data centres
• Support and optimize LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud-integrated services
• Collaborate with external vendors, telecom carriers, and managed services partners to deliver infrastructure requirements
• Provide clear status updates to PMO, internal customers, and senior leadership

About You

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented network expert with proven experience designing, delivering, and maintaining large-scale enterprise network environments. You’ll have deep technical skills across Cisco technologies, cloud platforms, and security, and you’ll be confident leading teams and projects in a fast-paced, distributed environment.

Qualifications and Skills

Education:

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Preferred: Advanced degree and/or Network Certifications (CCNP, CCIE)

Experience:

• Extensive network architecture experience in enterprise environments (eg. 300+ sites / 85k end users)
• Strong understanding of enterprise-grade LAN, WAN, VPN, security, wireless, and load balancing technologies
• Proven experience with team leadership and stakeholder management
• Experience working in hybrid or fully remote environments

Technical Skills:

• Cisco switching, routing, and wireless: Catalyst, Nexus, StackWise, FlexStack, VSS
• Load balancing: F5
• Monitoring: SolarWinds, Infoblox, packet sniffing tools
• Routing/switching protocols: BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, VRF
• Strong experience with network documentation (Visio) and project lifecycle management

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Calm under pressure and comfortable with 24/7 operational responsibility when required
• Strong time management and team collaboration capabilities

Additional Information

• Location: Remote (Europe-based)
• Travel: Limited, as required
• Work Environment: Remote-first, in line with Sysco’s global infrastructure model

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in Sysco’s European technology landscape, delivering reliable, scalable network solutions and leading high-impact infrastructure initiatives.