Policy & Government Affairs Analyst

Sysco; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Northeast RDC in Houston is seeking a Government Relations Analyst to support federal, state, and local advocacy efforts. The role involves researching public policy issues, tracking bills, and developing reports under the direction of the Director of Government Relations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, English or Journalism) and 1–3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, English or Journalism preferred.
• Preferred 1–3 years of legislative, research/analytical or administrative experience.
• Knowledge of the U.S. food service distribution business and related industries.
• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills, with excellent writing and editing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Research legislative and regulatory issues at local, state and federal levels.
• Develop legislative reports and updates to keep the organization apprised of key developments.
• Develop arguments on public policy issues to advance Sysco’s position.
• Create collateral for local, state and federal advocacy efforts (letters of support/opposition, testimony, briefing papers, position papers, regulatory comment letters).
• Monitor and track legislative activity and provide timely updates to government relations team.
• Maintain Sysco Grassroots database and asset maps across the U.S.
• Plan facility tours with lawmakers and related events.
• Support PAC reporting, compliance and lobbying activities.
• Prepare federal lobbying reports and related compliance documentation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Research skills

Writing/editing

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Sysco Northeast RDC in Houston is seeking a Government Relations Analyst to support federal, state, and local advocacy efforts. The role involves researching public policy issues, tracking bills, and developing reports under the direction of the Director of Government Relations.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree (preferred in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, English or Journalism) and 1–3 years of relevant experience.