VPGM, Emerging Leader - SYGMA

Company:  

US3084 The SYGMA Network, Inc.

Sales Territory:  

None

Zip Code:

43017

Travel Percentage:  

Up to 25%

Compensation Range:

$140,800.00 - $234,600.00

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

SUMMARY: The VPGM Emerging Leader will serve as a VPGM in training, traveling to various locations as required to shadow current leaders and gain the skills necessary to successfully manage one of our centers. Upon completion of the training, the VPGM Emerging Leader will assume general management responsibility for one of SYGMA's locations. This role involves leading the site, building strong customer relationships, optimizing operational processes, and promoting a productive, positive, and inclusive workplace culture.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The incumbent will complete a series of key experiences and develop a deep understanding of our business to ready them to assume the VPGM position as assigned by the company.

• The individual must be completely open to relocation to any of our 16 distribution centers and capable of taking on the VPGM role as designated by the company, which is a requirement for continued employment.

• During the Emerging Leader experience, the incumbent may be assigned to one or more SYGMA locations for extended durations to shadow the site VPGM and support the day-to-day operations

• During the Emerging Leader experience, the incumbent will travel regularly as assigned

• Operational Excellence – Understand and drive to the Annual Operating Plan and allocation of resources. Achieve planned goals for sales, expenses, and income.

• Enhance Customer Centricity - Strategize, identify, propose, and commit resources sufficient to support our customers, help grow their businesses, increase sales and grow market share; know market potential, trends, competitive set; become known as an expert on food service in the area.

• Site Level Operational Oversight – Manage area operations to meet budget and other financial goals. Ensure organizational stability through close attention to standards, controls, systems. Advance the sharing of best practices across all functions.

• Communication and Reporting – Regularly meet with the VP, Field Operations and other corporate leaders as needed regarding the status of the area’s operations. Develop and report on key metrics tied to financial and strategic objectives and craft communications that resonate from the executive team to the hourly associate.

• Talent Magnet and Culture Carrier – Develops individual associates within the site, including engaging in one-on- one coaching conversations for performance and career advancement. Uses positive, enthusiastic, and collaborative messaging that creates an exciting and upbeat environment.

Requirements:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain is strongly preferred.

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Experience:

A minimum of 10 years’ experience in a large-scale operations distribution management experience with direct responsibility for Transportation or Warehouse services.

Skills and Abilities:

• An empowering, motivational, team-oriented leader, who drives collaboration within the organization.

• Must be able to unite cross-functional leaders, championing a cohesive business plan and bringing focus to shared key priorities. Engenders a “customer first” culture and mindset.

• Works professionally with others in the facility and across the enterprise toward shared goals. Uses tact, responds calmly under pressure, and treats others with respect and consideration.

• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make good judgments.

• Ability to resolve issues with a sense of urgency.

• Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to persuade. Strong communication skills with stakeholders on any gaps in product service level.

• Ability to work cross-functionally across the enterprise.

• Superb attention to detail and follow up.

• Proactive attitude to highlight and address issues as they arise.

• Able to