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SYSCO

Director, Supply Chain Design

SYSCO, HOUSTON, Texas, United States, 77001

Company:  

US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Zip Code:

77077

Minimum Level of Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience:

10+ Years

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:  

Up to 25%

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Summary

  • The Director Supply Chain Design will lead a team of supply chain engineers through ongoing optimization of Sysco distribution network including: long term facility strategies for both final mile and redistribution, product stocking and flow strategies as well as distribution territory optimization.

  • This leader plays a key role in the design and justification of complex capital projects to enable Sysco recipe for growth strategy through a team of supply chain engineers.

  • Responsible for managing the ongoing development of integrated inbound and outbound supply chain optimization models and technology in collaboration with various business functions and stakeholders.

  • Responsible for thought leadership in the technical development of cost models for inbound, warehouse and delivery operating expenses that include freight, product cost, labor, variable and fixed costs as well as the impact of capital investment.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for interpreting company strategy and translating into operational network solutions.

  • Provides project leadership to cross-functional teams in the development of strategic network solutions.

  • Manage project approach/structure, key stakeholders, process and methodology for Supply Chain Design Projects.

  • Lead team to develop, manage and deploy supply chain models for territory realignment, customer assignment, product stocking and capital/capacity investment decisions.

  • Serve as “Top Architect” and primary point of contact with the stakeholder community for supply chain design analytics.

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships and partnerships with Supply Chain Finance, Real Estate, Construction, Delivery, Engineering, Sales, Inbound and Field Organization.

  • Develop vision for capability roadmap and frame model enhancement/development activities for team to execute.  Provide strategic direction on technical infrastructure, data aggregation and modeling tools for continuous advancement of Sysco supply chain optimization capabilities.

  • Attract, recruit and develop top talent to sustain and advance team’s capabilities.

 

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Operations Management/Supply Chain Management/Distribution and Logistics), Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering or Finance required

  • MBA, Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research or Computer Science preferred

Experience

  • Minimum 15 years total work experience in supply chain spanning supply chain planning, network optimization, transportation planning supply chain finance or a combination of the above

  • Minimum 5 years experience overseeing technical development of network optimization solutions including Llamasoft Supply Chain Guru, I2, JDA,Manugistics, Logicnet - Network Optimization Software

  • Ideal candidate would have some previous supply chain consulting experience

Core Competencies

  • Experience in development of large supply chain projects with associated financial justification for investment such as new facilities or material changes to distribution approach.

  • Working knowledge of distribution center and delivery operations including facilities, equipment, core computer systems and job functions

  • Strong operational and financial acumen in a distribution environment

  • Experience with leading supply chain optimization software packages such as Llamasoft, I2, Manugistics, Logicnet required

  • Database querying and building (SQL, RedShift, Visual Studio, SSIS) strongly desired

  • Programming (R, Python, LP) specially in optimization software packages desired

  • Familiarity with Tableau, PowerBI, One Click or other data visualization tools desired

  • Ability to learn and adapt to emerging technologies

Professional Skills

  • Planning and Organizing: Establishes clear actions for self and others to ensure duties are completed efficiently and on time; Effectively communicates changes and progress; Arranges information and files in a useful manner. Proficiency in multi-tasking, prioritizing, communicating, and adapting to change. Ability to handle high-volume workload, requiring fast paced production with professional composure.

  • Communication: Communicates well both verbally and in writing; Shares information appropriately and timely; has good listening skills. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, managers and other employees of the organization. Able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

  • Customer Service: Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; Considers customers in all business practices; Establishes and maintains professional relationships with customers.

  • Results Oriented: Driven to achieve goals and objectives; Maintains high performance standards and unfailingly delivers quality service; Makes good decisions that contribute to the company’s profitability.

  • Collaboration: Develops cooperative relationships throughout the organization; Helps team meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere. Understands team dynamics and works well within team structure.

  • Problem Soling: Ability to work well under pressure, handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work on a cross-functional team to solve complex problems.  Vigorously follow data driven decision making with Intrinsically strong and structured approach to problem solving.   Ability to resolve routine problems and questions independently.

Physical Demands

  • 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.

  • Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.

  • The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

Working Conditions

  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Must be able to travel 30-40% of the time.

  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

NOTICE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the environment and the level of work being performed by this job. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only tasks to be performed by the employee in this job. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description supersedes prior job descriptions.

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BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

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.