Corporate Project Manager, Operations

Sysco

12d•$139,400 - $185,800

About The Position

The Corporate Project Manager works in consultation with the SSMG VP of Continuous Improvement and Sysco Corporate Construction & Engineering Teams to identify actions needed to develop and execute key operations projects at national, regional, and site levels. The role partners with national and regional leaders, vendors, and general contractors to plan and deliver projects, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with applicable requirements. The position involves 60%–75% travel to facilities or operating companies and work in varied indoor and outdoor climates and driving conditions.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in food production, manufacturing, and distribution design.
Demonstrable experience driving operational efficiencies and production throughput through site layout and planning.
Deep experience with manufacturing or production processes, including continuous improvement tools.
Ability to read and understand vendor quotes.
Ability to read drawings and understand process equipment.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk; use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone; and talk and hear.
Frequently sit and reach with hands and arms.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Ability to travel to facilities or operating companies; the role requires 60%–75% travel.
Ability to use desktop or notebook computers, copiers, printers, scanners, telephones, and calculators.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a relevant field.
Lean Six Sigma.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Access, and Outlook.
Ability to read and understand AutoCAD drawings.
Transformation experience.
Project management experience.

Responsibilities

Partner with national and regional team leaders to develop and execute projects with a customer-centric and associate-focused approach.
Work with vendors and general contractors to ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Drive continuous improvement through automation and plant flow.
Develop, plan, and execute capital projects and monitor return on investment.
Apply industry best practices, methods, and standards to execute projects.
Prioritize safety in each project, help reduce or eliminate operations-related injuries and accidents, and assist the EHS Director with project and new-equipment training initiatives.
Promote compliance with internal and external policies and regulations by ensuring required inspections and audits are completed accurately, on time, and with necessary detail.
Adjust department activities, policies, and practices to meet or exceed performance metrics and customer satisfaction goals.
Oversee budgets for labor, benefits, supplies, company assets, capital investments, depreciation, and maintenance and repair.
Attend company meetings and other market activities to foster the company’s recognition in the business community.
Collaborate with national and local vendors to establish working relationships, assign tasks, and set expected project deliverables.