Analyst, Government Relations - GSC - US

Sysco; United States; Híbrido; USD 80 000 - 105 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Sysco is seeking a Government Relations Analyst to support federal, state and local advocacy by researching policy issues, tracking bills and preparing reports. The Analyst will work with the Director of Government Relations to develop position papers and collateral for internal and external audiences.

This hybrid role requires on-site presence 3–4 days per week in Houston, TX, with up to 25% travel. A bachelor’s degree and 1–3 years of legislative or research experience are preferred, along

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• 1–3 years of legislative, research, or administrative experience preferred.
• Knowledge of U.S. food service distribution or related industries is a plus.
• Strong written communication and ability to summarize complex policy issues.

Responsabilidades

• Support government relations team with in-depth research on legislative and regulatory issues at local, state, and federal levels.
• Develop legislative reports and updates to keep the organization informed of key developments.
• Develop arguments on public policy issues to advance Sysco’s position.
• Create collateral for advocacy efforts including letters, testimony, briefing papers, position papers, and regulatory comment letters.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory activity and provide timely updates to team members.

Conhecimentos

Excellent writing and editing skills

Strong research skills

Proven process and project management

Ability to work with people at all org

Formação académica

Bachelor’s degree (Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, English or Journalism preferred)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Company: US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Sales Territory: None

Zip Code: 77077

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Our Global Support Center/ Corporate Office is in the Energy Corridor- off I10 and N Eldridge.

Address: 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077

This is a hybrid position requiring an on-site presence 3 to 4 days per week. Please note that the number of days on-site can increase based on business needs.

Position Summary

The Government Relations Analyst will support Sysco’s federal, state and local legislative and regulatory advocacy efforts by researching public policy issues and developing argumentation and collateral material. The Analyst will track federal and state bills and regulations impacting Sysco’s operations, prioritize issues for action and maintain a comprehensive database. Working closely with the Director of Government Relations, the Analyst will support the company’s internal policy making process, grassroots organization and engagement, PAC reporting and compliance and communications with internal audiences. The Analyst will develop legislative reports and updates to keep the organization apprised of key developments.

Supervisor : Director, Government Relations

Description of Responsibilities

Research, Analysis, Argumentation and Reporting

• Support the government relations team with quality, in-depth research on legislative and regulatory issues at the local, state and federal levels.
• Develop legislative reports and updates to keep the organization apprised of key developments.
• Develop argumentation on public policy issues to advance Sysco’s position.
• Develop collateral material for local, state and federal advocacy efforts including, but not limited to, letters of support or opposition, testimony, briefing papers, position papers and regulatory comment letters.
• Monitor and track legislative and regulatory activity at all levels of government that impact Sysco and provide timely updates to the relevant members of the government relations team.

Policy Development

• Support Sysco’s internal public policy making process by researching issues and drafting position papers; obtaining input from Subject Matter Experts (SMEs); participating in review meetings and maintaining a database of final positions once approved.

Sysco Grassroots

• Maintain a database of Sysco’s assets throughout the United States that consists of relevant company information (facilities, employees, payroll, taxes, suppliers, customers) by political subdivision (Congress, state officials); produce asset maps as needed.
• Maintain Sysco’s grassroots database, manage successful execution of “calls to action” under the direction of the Director of Government Relations.
• Help plan and organize facility tours with lawmakers, groundbreaking events and other related activities.

PAC Administration & Lobbying Compliance

• Maintain the Sysco PAC database and manage tasks such as check approval and cutting processes; bank reconciliations; federal and state compliance reports
• Support planning and organization of PAC events
• Support PAC solicitations, PAC presentations and PAC Board preparation.
• Prepare federal lobbying reports and ensure compliance with all Senate and House reporting requirements.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, English or Journalism preferred).

Experience and Skills

Position-Specific

• Preferred 1-3 years of legislative or research/analytical or administrative experience for a state or federal lawmaker, major corporation, trade association, NGO or government agency
• Knowledge of the U.S. food service distribution business and/or related industries, such as restaurants or food manufacturing and processing
• Working knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes at the federal, state and local levels

General

• Excellent writing and editing skills
• Proven process and project management expertise
• Ability to work with people at all levels of the organization, including functional and field team members
• Strong research skills
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to meet tight deadlines and deliver on short timelines
• Commitment to highest quality deliverables
• Sound planning and administrative skills

(The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.)

BENEFITS INFORMATION

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

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