Manager – Packaging, EPR & Circularity (Global) at Sysco

Concord, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Service Distribution, SustainabilityIndustries

Requirements

Expertise in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance, packaging regulations, and emerging legislation across global markets
Strong analytical skills for developing internal reporting, analytics on EPR exposure, cost drivers, forecasting, and mitigation planning
Knowledge of packaging material science, industry trends, and circular economy solutions (e.g., reuse, compostable/recyclable formats, secondary packaging optimization)
Experience leading innovation pilots, testing circularity solutions, and capturing performance data with merchandising, operations, and customers
Ability to build business cases, influence supplier packaging specifications, and drive cost reduction initiatives (e.g., Pack-a-Thon, Supplier Sustainability Summit)
Proven cross-functional collaboration skills with Legal, Finance, Sustainability teams, category management, and global stakeholders
Capability to act as subject matter expert on packaging innovation and represent packaging/circularity in working groups
Willingness to travel up to 25% and work hybrid (in-office Mon-Wed, remote Thu-Fri) in Houston, TX

Responsibilities

Lead EPR compliance reporting and strategy across markets, tracking legislation and translating into supplier/merchandising actions
Develop internal reporting/analytics on EPR exposure/cost drivers; partner with Legal/Finance for forecasting and mitigation
Identify high-risk packaging designs/materials under EPR and lead mitigation with internal/external partners
Partner with suppliers, category teams, external innovators to identify, test, and scale circular packaging solutions and pilots
Design/lead packaging pilots, collaborating with merchandising, operations, customers to test and measure circularity performance
Stay current on packaging trends and serve as Sysco’s SME on innovation opportunities
Run supplier initiatives like Pack-a-Thon and Sustainability Summit; build cases to redesign packaging for lower costs
Influence packaging specs/sourcing via category/Partnership Growth Management processes
Collaborate with global/regional Sustainability teams on priorities (e.g., waste, emissions, sourcing)
Share best practices/insights in global forums to strengthen sustainability strategy/product roadmap
Represent packaging/circularity in cross-functional groups and stakeholder engagement

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

EPR CompliancePackaging InnovationCircularitySustainabilityRegulatory ComplianceSupplier CollaborationAnalyticsForecastingStakeholder ManagementPackaging DesignReuse SystemsCompostable MaterialsRecyclable Formats

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the compensation for this role?

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.

Is this a remote role, and what's the office requirement?

This is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at the Global Support Center in Houston, TX, with work from home on Thursday and Friday. The office is located at 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

The role requires expertise in EPR compliance, packaging innovation, sustainability strategies, supplier engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Experience in regulation tracking, analytics, material science, and leading pilots is essential.

What does the team structure look like for this role?

The role involves cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Finance, merchandising, operations, customers, suppliers, category teams, and global/regional Sustainability team members.

What makes a strong candidate for this Manager position?

A strong candidate will have demonstrated ability to lead EPR compliance, drive packaging innovation, engage suppliers through initiatives like Pack-a-Thon, and collaborate globally on sustainability priorities.

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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