Manager, Supply Chain Transformation

Sysco; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corp. seeks a senior professional to plan and execute Supply Chain Transformation workstreams from a remote location, with the requirement to reside in Houston, TX.

You will partner with business leads to define objectives, scope, dependencies, and workplans, while leveraging Sysco methodologies to monitor progress and report risks. You will collaborate with the Senior Manager Supply Chain Transformation and Sysco Technology partners to develop innovative supply chain solutions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in supply chain, merchandising, or distribution.
• 3 years of experience in supply chain or related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional transformation projects.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute Supply Chain Transformation Workstreams.
• Facilitate project planning for Workstreams (e.g. Order Capture, Fulfillment, Delivery, etc.).
• Collaborate with Sr. Managers & Business Leads to define objectives and scope.
• Document detailed work plans, dependencies, and resources to deliver objectives.
• Develop Workstream updates and presentations for sponsors and leaders.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Leadership

Relationship management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Smartsheet

Job description

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