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JOB SUMMARY

The Manager, Supply Management is responsible for executing and coordinating cross-functional initiatives that ensure timely and accurate supplier integration and ongoing supply reliability across Sysco’s distribution network.

This role works closely with Inbound Supply Chain, Merchandising, Sourcing, and supplier partners—driving standardization, network optimization, data-driven decisions, and continuous process improvement.

This position **does not have direct reports** , but it requires leadership through influence—coordinating across multiple internal and external stakeholders to achieve measurable results in supplier performance, compliance, network optimization and process efficiency. The Manager executes enterprise initiatives under the direction of Senior Management, ensuring alignment to Sysco’s strategic priorities and service-level objectives.

Supplier Integration & Performance

+ Lead end-to-end supplier onboarding and integration processes across Sysco’s network.

+ Partner with Sourcing, Category Management, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless supplier transitions, compliance, and service-level adherence.

+ Collaborate with suppliers to realize inbound supply chain efficiency and deliver lowest net landed cost solutions.

+ Manage and resolve escalated supplier issues using root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Change Adoption

+ Partner with Supply Chain, Merchandising, Sourcing, and Logistics teams to align goals, resolve issues, and improve enterprise coordination.

+ Facilitate regular touchpoints with cross-functional partners to review metrics, highlight risks, and drive accountability.

+ Champion adoption of new systems, tools, and standardized processes by engaging stakeholders, gathering feedback, and promoting continuous learning.

+ Support leadership with presentations, dashboards, and project summaries.

Process Improvement & Efficiency

+ Identify and implement process enhancements to improve supplier onboarding, communication flow, and operational efficiency.

+ Standardize best practices across integration processes to eliminate redundancy and reduce cycle times.

+ Lead or support continuous improvement projects leveraging Lean or Six Sigma principles.

+ Identify opportunities that improve service reliability while optimizing inventory investment and cost-to-serve.

Metrics, Reporting & Performance Management

+ Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as logistics earned income, supplier fill rate, pre-ship service level, net landed cost improvement, and cycle-time efficiency.

+ Analyze data to identify trends, performance gaps, and network efficiency opportunities.

+ Support leadership in performance reviews by providing actionable insights and reporting on key supply management metrics.

+ Leverage dashboards and reporting tools (e.g., Pulse, SIM360) to translate complex data into meaningful business insights.

Project & Stakeholder Management

+ Manage multiple concurrent workstreams, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations are met.

+ Contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance Sysco’s supplier performance and integration capabilities.

+ Document and communicate project outcomes, lessons learned, and recommendations.

+ Ensure all supplier integration and performance processes comply with Sysco’s policies, data governance standards, and audit requirements.

Qualifications

Education

+ Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Distribution, Business, or related field _preferred;_ an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

+ Advanced degree (MBA or related field) preferred.

Experience

+ Minimum **5 years** of progressive supply chain or supplier management experience.

+ Experience leading process improvement or efficiency projects preferred.

+ Proven experience influencing cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships without direct authority.

Professional Skills

+ Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with demonstrated data literacy.

+ Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization/reporting tools such as Power BI or Tableau.

+ Experience with enterprise supply chain systems (e.g., SIM360, SAP, or Pulse) preferred.

+ Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

+ Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or equivalent).

+ Strong business acumen and understanding of complex supply chain dynamics.

Key Competencies

+ **Operational Excellence:** Continuously identifies and implements process improvements that enhance performance and reliability.

+ **Data-Driven Decision Making:** Uses analytics to inform strategy, measure results, and drive efficiency.

+ **Collaboration & Influence:** Works across functions and levels to deliver outcomes without direct authority.

+ **Accountability:** Monitors and measures progress against goals, ensuring consistency and follow-through.

+ **Strategic Execution:** Aligns daily activities with enterprise priorities and long-term business objectives.

+ **Continuous Improvement Mindset:** Promotes simplification, standardization, and innovation across all processes.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this role, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, use hands to operate a computer, and communicate effectively. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law. This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.