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

Director – Strategy Lead, Specialty Master Data Management (MDM)

Job Summary:

This role will report directly to the VP Specialty Transformation and will partner closely with members of Sysco Corporate MDM, Sysco Technology and other cross functional leaders within the Specialty Companies.  This role will manage the Specialty Master Data Management project through full life cycle, initial scoping to project completion. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accountable for creating and delivering on business case assumptions, on time and on budget:
• Leads and mentors Project Managers in all areas of project management skills and knowledge;
• Provides technical input and assistance to project as circumstances arise including defining scope and changes in scope;
• Provides guidance to project management team in determining the feasibility of the solutions;
• Contributes to program planning, strategic planning, budgeting and departmental process improvement initiatives;
• Facilitates training sessions to communicate new approaches to implementing solutions;
• Manage cross-functional projects and teams;
• Reviews work and all project key decisions to ensure company objectives are met and execution of program/project budgets and schedules are approved;
• Communicates progress through periodic status reports;
• Facilitates staff meetings and cross-functional team meetings to ensure communication and guidance are provided;
• Interfaces with stakeholders to obtain objective assessments of Project Managers and gauge stakeholder satisfaction; Reviews project deliverables and establishes criteria for evaluating the status of all deliverables;
• Recommends changes for future integrations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Directly supervises 2 business facing project managers. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• Ten (10) years Project Management experience
• Experience managing a team of 5 or more across multiple locations

Other Required Skills and Abilities:

• Successful tracking and schedule compliance with large scale projects
• Ability to work across multiple job levels to achieve results
• Experience managing a project team of 10 or more people across multiple locations
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven manner
• Consistent success in leading teams to meet aggressive deadlines
• Demonstrated use of sound and proven project management practices and tools, including excellent Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Smartsheet, Jira, Certinia.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements to deliver projects more efficiently
• Outstanding time management and organization skills

Language Requirements:

English

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel Requirements:

Average 10-15%, some weeks during initial onboarding and near execution time may be heavier.

Work Environment:

Remote role with in-office or travel time as needed or for team connectivity.  Fun, energized, results-driven team.

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.