THE BIG PICTURE
Sysco LABS is the captive innovation arm of Sysco Corporation (NYSE: SYY), the world’s largest foodservice company. Sysco is a Fortune 500 company and the global leader in selling, marketing, and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare, and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 76,000 colleagues, the company operates 334 distribution facilities worldwide and serves approximately 730,000 customer locations. For fiscal year 2024 that ended July 1, 2024, the company generated sales of more than $78.8 billion.
Operating with the agility and tenacity of a tech–startup, powered by the expertise of the industry leader, Sysco LABS is perfectly poised to transform one of the world’s largest industries.
Sysco LABS’s engineering teams based out of Colombo, Sri Lanka and Austin and Houston, TX, innovate across the entire food service journey – from the enterprise grade technology that enables Sysco’s business, to the technology that revolutionizes the way that Sysco connects with restaurants and the technology that shapes the way those restaurants connect with customers.
Sysco LABS technology is present in the sourcing of food products, merchandising, storage and warehouse operations, order placement and pricing algorithms, the delivery of food and supplies to Sysco’s global network, the in-restaurant dining experience of the end-customer and much more.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Project Manager – Enablement Operations plays a pivotal role in driving strategic initiatives, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams, and supporting executive leadership in achieving organizational goals. The position requires a proactive individual with exceptional organizational skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, excels in fostering collaboration, and demonstrates a high degree of professionalism and execution capability.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning and Execution: Enable and support the Managing Director and leadership team in developing and executing strategic plans that align with the organization’s mission. Work closely with senior executives, internal teams and onshore executives to deliver strategic initiatives.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Foster a collaborative environment by working closely with senior executives, cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to ensure alignment. Build strong partnerships across all levels of the organization to anticipate needs, address challenges, and drive shared objectives. Act as a central point of contact, promoting transparency, trust and clear communication to enhance organizational cohesion and overall performance.
Communication Excellence: Prepare and deliver internal and external communications that simplify complex topics for diverse audiences, ensuring clarity and engagement. Develop narratives that effectively convey the organization’s vision, goals, and priorities. Leverage advanced presentation tools and techniques to create visually compelling slides and materials that communicate ideas succinctly, align stakeholders, and inspire action. Analyze data and produce metrics and reports. Regularly tailor communication strategies to suit varied audience needs, from technical teams to executive leadership.
Project Management: Oversee critical projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards. Coordinate between teams, set milestones and address challenges proactively.
Operational Efficiency: Identify and resolve operational inefficiencies by implementing streamlined processes and monitoring organizational performance; promoting continuous improvement across teams and systems.
Team Leadership and Development: Lead the Office of the Managing Director by mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative work culture and ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Crisis Management: Support the organization during unforeseen challenges by developing contingency plans, mobilizing resources and mitigating potential impacts.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Attention to Detail: Meticulously ensures all tasks are completed to the highest standards.
Executional Capability: Delivers results efficiently, adhering to timelines and maintaining quality.
Time Sensitivity: Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks and respond promptly to dynamic challenges.
Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipates potential issues and develops solutions with a strategic mindset.
Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environments, quickly adjusting to evolving priorities.
Effective Communication: Articulates ideas clearly and concisely, tailored to diverse audiences.
QUALIFICATIONS
A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field; a Master’s Degree will be a plus
7-10 years of experience in a project management or business analysis role, with a proven track record of successfully leading and delivering projects
Demonstrated expertise in project planning, execution and monitoring
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively coordinate and motivate cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing project-related challenges
Experience working in an Enterprise Environment
The ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Holding a Project Management Certification will be an added advantage
BENEFITS
US dollar-linked compensation
Performance-based annual bonus
Performance rewards and recognition
Agile Benefits - special allowances for Health, Wellness & Academic purposes
Paid birthday leave
Team engagement allowance
Comprehensive Health & Life Insurance Cover - extendable to parents and in-laws
Overseas travel opportunities and exposure to client environments
Hybrid work arrangement
