Manager, Inclusion - Colleague Resource Groups at Sysco

Concord, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a relevant field preferred
  • 5+ years of direct experience managing a global network of employee resource groups, with proven success in strategy, governance, and hands-on program execution
  • Demonstrated ability to balance strategic leadership and tactical delivery in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
  • Experience managing budgets, events, and large-scale engagement initiatives
  • Proven ability to coach and mentor volunteer leaders to enhance leadership capability and drive impact
  • Strong strategic and operational agility, with the ability to move seamlessly between high-level vision and tactical execution
  • Excellent verbal and written communication

Responsibilities

  • Set the vision, annual goals, and strategic roadmap for Sysco’s global CRG program in alignment with Inclusion and enterprise priorities, collaborating with peers in other geographies to ensure consistent governance, resources, and unified execution of CRG initiatives globally
  • Establish and maintain governance standards, consistent operating models, and alignment across CRGs globally
  • Serve as a consultative resource for CRG leaders as they design and execute initiatives, campaigns, and events that drive engagement and impact
  • Develop and implement strategic and meaningful engagement opportunities for CRG Executive Sponsors, ensuring they are well-informed, actively involved, and equipped to champion CRG initiatives and enterprise-wide inclusion priorities
  • Facilitate monthly CRG Leadership Council meetings to deliver key information and drive collaboration and engagement across the network
  • Oversee the annual CRG planning and budgeting process, reviewing and approving CRG business plans and ensuring fiscal accountability
  • Develop and deliver toolkits, playbooks, communications, and other resources to enable CRG success
  • Plan and execute Sysco’s annual Global CRG Day, ensuring high-quality programming and colleague engagement worldwide
  • Lead Sysco’s participation in the Women’s Foodservice Forum annual conference, including planning and logistics
  • Define and track key performance indicators to assess CRG engagement, impact, and ROI; prepare and deliver executive-level reports
  • Serve as primary point of contact for external inclusion-related sponsorship requests, evaluating opportunities for strategic alignment and ROI
  • Perform other duties as assigned to support broader Inclusion and enterprise priorities

Skills

Employee Resource Groups
DEI Strategy
Global Program Management
Strategic Planning
Governance
Stakeholder Engagement
Event Management
Partnership Development
Executive Sponsorship
Operational Excellence

Sysco

Foodservice distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About Sysco

Sysco Corporation specializes in foodservice distribution, primarily serving restaurants, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions. The company offers a variety of products and services, including food items, kitchen equipment, and marketing support, tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients. Sysco differentiates itself from competitors by providing comprehensive solutions, such as the "Restaurants Rising Toolkit" during the COVID-19 pandemic, which helps restaurants adapt to new dining trends. The goal of Sysco is to make running a restaurant easier and more profitable for its clients.

Houston, TexasHeadquarters
1970Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
Food & AgricultureIndustries

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Professional Development Budget
Performance Bonus

Risks

Increased competition from tech-driven solutions could impact Sysco's market share.
Reliance on partnerships for technology advancements may pose risks if results are unmet.
Socially responsible investing trends may pressure Sysco to improve ESG standards.

Differentiation

Sysco offers comprehensive B2B solutions, including food products, equipment, and marketing services.
The company provides flexible payment options and waives delivery minimums for scheduled deliveries.
Sysco's 'Restaurants Rising Toolkit' supports restaurants adapting to new dining trends.

Upsides

Sysco can capitalize on the demand for plant-based and alternative protein products.
The rise of ghost kitchens offers Sysco opportunities for specialized supply chain solutions.
Digital transformation in foodservice allows Sysco to enhance service offerings and engagement.

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