Sysco · 9 hours ago
Operations Project Manager - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
5+ years expSysco is a leading foodservice distributor, and they are seeking an Operations Project Manager to drive key projects related to operations. The role involves managing project timelines, vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while focusing on safety and operational efficiency.
Electrical DistributionFood and BeverageFood DeliveryHealth CareHospitalityLogisticsMarketingMeat and PoultryRestaurantsSales
Responsibilities
In partnership with the VP/Sr. Director, on-site Operations & Operating Companies (OpCo) Leadership, this position will lead with a strong customer-centric and associate- focused mindset to drive development and execution of projects
Manage project timelines and vendor relationships related to proposed and ongoing Operational projects
Work with vendors and/or general contractors to assure projects are following Local, State and Federal laws and regulations
Work to develop, plan, and execute operational projects and monitor return on investment
Utilize Industry best practices, methods, and standards to execute projects
Make safety a top priority in each project. Help reduce or eliminate operations-related injuries or accidents and assist Leadership team with training initiatives on all projects, including new equipment
Drive a culture of compliance with internal/external policies and regulations by ensuring all required inspections and audits are completed on time, accurately and with all necessary detail
Strategically adjust department activities, policies, and practices to meet or exceed key performance metrics and customer satisfaction goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or a relevant field
Minimum 5 years in food production, manufacturing, distribution design, or construction
Demonstrable experience in driving operational efficiencies and production thru put through site layout and planning
Deep experience with manufacturing or production processes to include continuous improvement tools
Able to read and understand vendor quotes
Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job
Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions
Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents
Oral Comprehension: Listening to and understanding the information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
Written Comprehension: Reading and understanding the information and ideas presented in writing
Written Expression: Communicating information and ideas in writing so others will understand
Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one
Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences
Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Deductive Reasoning: Applying general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense
Problem Sensitivity: Perceiving when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem
Fluency of Ideas: Coming up with several ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity)
Ability to read drawings and understanding process equipment
The ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear
The ability to frequently sit and reach with hands and arms
The ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
Up to 60% travel required
Must be able to do limited travel to facilities or operating companies
Must be able to utilize office equipment such as desktop/notebook computers, copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, and calculators
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Must be able to work in various indoor and outdoor climates and driving conditions
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Access, and Outlook
Ability to read and understand AutoCAD drawings
Transformation experience
Project Management Experience
Company
Sysco
Sysco sells, markets, and distributes food products to restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality businesses.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.25BKey Investors
Bank of America
2025-09-05Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-02-25Post Ipo Debt· $1.25B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Kevin Hourican
President and CEO
Peter Jackson
Chief Executive Officer Sysco Europe
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