Full-Time

Operations Lead

Posted on 1/13/2025

Sysco

Sysco

Global foodservice distribution for businesses

Food & Agriculture

Mid, Senior

No H1B Sponsorship

Buckhead, Atlanta, GA, USA

Category
Procurement & Sourcing
Supply Chain Management
Operations & Logistics
Required Skills
Management
Marketing
Data Analysis
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Marketing and/or Management in a corporate environment
  • At least 3 years of relevant industry experience
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Understanding of how to gather market intelligence and insights
  • Methodical, hands-on, detail-oriented approach to problem-solving
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Good Listener
  • Able to develop clear PowerPoint presentations for executive audiences
  • Able to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, partners, and colleagues
  • Ability to be persuasive and build alignment with all levels and across functions within Sysco
  • Negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Self-starter
  • Motivated by the desire to have an impact
  • Highly committed to exceeding expectations and continuous improvement
  • High energy level
  • Strong personal work ethic
  • Willing and able to take on various types of work
  • Good fit with Sysco corporate culture
  • Ability to adapt to different management, communication, and delivery styles (as needed) for different situations
  • Highly flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for managing the work and productivity of the team of operation support personnel for the menu services organization
  • Responsible for the creation and presentation of reporting and analytics on all project activity for the menu services team
  • Lead development of marketing efforts including but not limited to organization micro-site, blog, newsletters, and other marketing efforts
  • Responsible for maintaining a productive relationship with Sysco menu services leadership team
  • Identify improvement opportunities to continuously improve team performance
  • Oversee and maintain menu services live chat/support function
  • Develop, maintain, and deliver training to the menu services team
  • Responsible for maintaining OnDemand tool, and rolling out new functionality to team and field

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products, including food items and kitchen equipment, along with marketing services and operational consulting to help clients adapt to industry changes. Sysco differentiates itself by providing tailored solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which includes best practices and product recommendations. The goal of Sysco is to support its clients in thriving within the foodservice industry by making operations easier and more profitable.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Houston, Texas

Founded

1970

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
  • The rise of ghost kitchens presents opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
  • AI integration in supply chain management enhances operational efficiency and customer service.

What critics are saying

  • Labor disputes, like the Teamsters strike, could disrupt operations and service delivery.
  • Challenges may arise if Square's technology doesn't integrate well with existing systems.
  • Increased scrutiny on socially responsible investments may lead to higher operational costs.

What makes Sysco unique

  • Sysco offers a comprehensive range of products and services for diverse clientele.
  • The company provides marketing services to boost clients' online presence and customer attraction.
  • Sysco's partnership with Square enhances restaurant technology for smarter operations.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Professional Development Budget

Performance Bonus

INACTIVE