Produce Category Growth Lead

Sysco Corp.; Florida; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Corp. in the United States seeks a Produce Category Leader to drive profitable sales growth within the produce category across the region.

You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Revenue Management, and multiple entities to execute strategic initiatives and optimize pricing and product availability. The role requires category expertise, training capabilities, data-driven decision making, and the ability to influence without direct authority.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; Master’s preferred.
• Significant experience in produce industry, sales or merchandising.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Align with SMS Produce teams to execute strategies.
• Identify category development opportunities and coordinate with sales teams to propose new business.
• Provide pricing guidance and regional customer support.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain and Revenue Management for pricing and programs.
• Ensure product availability and develop exit strategies for underperformers.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Category management

Pricing strategy

Data analysis

Training & education

Regulatory guidance

Sales support

Forecasting

Excel

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Sysco Corp. in the United States seeks a Produce Category Leader to drive profitable sales growth within the produce category across the region.

You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, Revenue Management, and multiple entities to execute strategic initiatives and optimize pricing and product availability. The role requires category expertise, training capabilities, data-driven decision making, and the ability to influence without direct authority.