Project Manager at Sysco

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Foodservice, TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

A minimum of 5+ years’ experience in Agile project management
A Bachelor’s Degree in IT; a Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
Strong familiarity with Agile and Scrum elements, including Agile planning and Agile project management with Scrum
Sound knowledge of risk identification and mitigation
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence will be an advantage
Professional certifications such as PMP or CSM (Certified Scrum Master) will be an added advantage
Business domain knowledge and a technical background will be highly advantageous
Excellent stakeholder management skills together with a commitment to all-round quality

Responsibilities

Coordinating with internal and external parties for the flawless execution of projects
Ensuring all projects are delivered on time and within scope
Developing detailed project plans to track progress and using appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope and schedule
Identifying roadblocks and risks with the team, and actively working on eliminating both, with escalation done as required
Performing risk management to minimize project risks
Facilitating Agile/Scrum ceremonies and coaching the team to achieve a high level of performance and quality
Liaising continuously with the product owner to ensure user stories are clearly defined, estimated and prioritized
Timely and accurate reporting of project progress and team updates to stakeholders

Skills

Project Management

Agile

Scrum

Risk Management

Stakeholder Reporting

Project Planning

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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