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Sysco · 1 day ago

Sr. Director, Strategy & Planning

Sysco Corporate

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution, and they are seeking a Senior Director, Strategy & Planning to drive alignment and operational efficiency across the organization. This role involves managing the VP's operating cadence, facilitating decision-making, and overseeing critical communications and strategic deliverables.

Electrical DistributionFood and BeverageFood DeliveryHealth CareHospitalityLogisticsMarketingMeat and PoultryRestaurantsSales

No H1B

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Prioritization – Drive alignment around the VP’s priorities, orchestrate annual and quarterly planning cycles, and ensure focus on the most critical initiatives across the technology organization

Executive Decision Support – Provide analysis, context, and recommendations to support effective and timely decision-making by the VP and their leadership team

Operating Rhythm & Governance – Manage the VP’s calendar of business reviews, staff meetings, leadership forums, and ELT engagements; ensure agendas are focused, materials are high quality, and outcomes are actionable

Cross-Functional Program Execution – Lead or support the execution of team-wide technology initiatives, ensuring accountability, coordination, and progress tracking

Internal Communications & Messaging – Develop executive-level communications, presentations, and messaging to align stakeholders and reinforce key strategic narratives across the organization

Metrics, Reporting & Insights – Oversee development of dashboards and performance indicators that provide visibility into organizational health, progress on key initiatives, and operational risks

Special Projects & Confidential Initiatives – Serve as a go-to leader for high-priority, time-sensitive efforts requiring discretion, judgment, and broad organizational perspective

Risk Awareness - Monitor emerging organizational or delivery risks, surface early indicators of misalignment or friction, and recommend proactive interventions to maintain strategic and operational momentum

Qualification

Strategic PlanningExecutive CommunicationsIT Financial AcumenProject ManagementData AnalysisVendor ManagementTechnology FluencyCross-Functional LeadershipCollaboration ToolsM&A IntegrationChange ManagementCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree – A degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance or a related field

8–12 years of progressive experience in technology within large, matrixed organizations

Proven experience supporting senior executives or working in highly visible roles requiring discretion, sound judgment, and influence

Strong track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and aligning diverse teams to deliver complex programs

Familiarity with IT planning, financial management, and governance processes, including budgeting cycles, investment reviews, and performance tracking

Demonstrated ability to craft high-quality executive-level communications and strategic deliverables including preparation of board materials, leadership presentations, and organizational messaging

Experience with IT sourcing and vendor management, including contract review, vendor performance tracking, and alignment with service-level expectations

Exposure to M&A integration and organizational change, particularly aligning technology teams, roadmaps, or platforms post-acquisition

Experience operating in global or multi-regional environments, coordinating across time zones, cultures, and business models

Fluency in English

Preferred

Master's Degree (MBA or equivalent) with a focus on strategy, operations, or technology management

Led technology strategy development at the enterprise or business unit level, including translating vision into actionable roadmaps

Worked in a high-growth, post-acquisition, or restructuring environment, helping stabilize operations or integrate teams

Partnered with enterprise functions such as Legal, Finance, or HR on strategic initiatives beyond day-to-day coordination — e.g., designing new governance models, building business cases, or developing workforce plans

Supported or prepared content for investor relations, board technology briefings, or external executive communications

Built or matured an office of the VP function, including implementing KPIs, leadership cadences, and initiative tracking frameworks

Certifications in project management (PMP), business relationship management (BRMP), change management (CCMP)