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Operations Project Manager, Grab and Go

Sysco
FP- East Coast Fresh, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 31 Oct 2025
💰 $141,700/yr($94,500/yr$141,700/yr)

About the role

Company:  

US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Sales Territory:  

None

Zip Code:

20723

Travel Percentage:  

Up to 75%

Compensation Range:

$94,500.00 - $141,700.00

The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws.  Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.  

You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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

Job Summary:

Through consultation with the VP/Sr. Director, On-site Operations & Operating Companies (OpCo) Leadership, the Operations Project Manager identifies the key actions necessary for delivering national, regional, and site level development and execution of key projects related to operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • In partnership with the VP/Sr. Director, on-site Operations & Operating Companies (OpCo) Leadership, this position will lead with a strong customer-centric and associate- focused mindset to drive development and execution of projects.

  • Manage project timelines and vendor relationships related to proposed and ongoing Operational projects.

  • Work with vendors and/or general contractors to assure projects are following Local, State and Federal laws and regulations.

  • Work to develop, plan, and execute operational projects and monitor return on investment.

  • Utilize Industry best practices, methods, and standards to execute projects.

  • Make safety a top priority in each project. Help reduce or eliminate operations-related injuries or accidents and assist Leadership team with training initiatives on all projects, including new equipment.

  • Drive a culture of compliance with internal/external policies and regulations by ensuring all required inspections and audits are completed on time, accurately and with all necessary detail.

  • Strategically adjust department activities, policies, and practices to meet or exceed key performance metrics and customer satisfaction goals.

Education Required:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or a relevant field.

Experience Required:

  • Minimum 5 years in food production, manufacturing, distribution design, or construction

  • Demonstrable experience in driving operational efficiencies and production thru put through site layout and planning

Experience Preferred:

  • Lean Six Sigma

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, Access, and Outlook

  • Ability to read and understand AutoCAD drawings

  • Transformation experience

  • Project Management Experience

Technical Skills and Abilities:

  • Deep experience with manufacturing or production processes to include continuous improvement tools.

  • Able to read and understand vendor quotes.

  • Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

  • Management of Personnel Resources: Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.

  • Social Perceptiveness: Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

  • Coordination: Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

  • Critical Thinking: Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  • Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

  • Oral Comprehension: Listening to and understanding the information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

  • Written Comprehension: Reading and understanding the information and ideas presented in writing.

  • Written Expression: Communicating information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

  • Judgment and Decision Making: Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

  • Negotiation: Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.

  • Complex Problem Solving: Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

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