Senior Manager, Sustainability Global Program and Reporting

Sysco is hiring a Senior Manager for Sustainability Global Program and Reporting in Houston, TX. This full-time, hybrid role involves managing ESG reporting, data analysis, and emissions tracking to support sustainability goals. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience, preferably in the food industry. The position requires in-office work Monday to Wednesday and remote work Thursday and Friday.
Company:
US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Zip Code:
77077

Minimum Level of Education:
Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience:
4 Years

Employment Type:
Full Time

Travel Percentage:
Up to 25%

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

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

Our Global Support Center/ Corporate is located in the Energy Corridor- off I10 and N Eldridge. Address: 1390 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077

Hybrid Role: In-office Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Work from home on Thursday and Friday.

Job Summary:

This role is a key member of the Sustainability team and is responsible for managing reporting across all required and optional frameworks; and will lead a wide range of data gathering, analysis, disclosure preparation and support for all aspects of Sysco’s sustainability and corporate governance programs. This person will also play a critical role in monitoring the collection and submission of emissions data to assist the company in obtaining its climate reduction goals as well as among distilling internal and external data into well thought out summary information that supports decision making for all of Sysco’s sustainability leaders. This position will also determine resource needs and build a team structure to support global reporting requirements including regulatory annual disclosures.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• In conjunction with Reporting & Disclosures team, leads the company’s global ESG disclosure initiatives including working with a cross-functional team to collect, organize and analyze data for the annual sustainability reports, SASB, GRI, CDP, TCFD and overall emissions tracking to show progress against the companies SBTi goals.
• Monitors global regulations related to sustainability topics, develops and leads strategies to drive policy development and business value by getting ahead of new regulations while tracking progress against ESG global goals and metrics .
• Develop and maintain internal control processes to assure metrics and data in ESG disclosures
• Coordinate the Company’s responses to investor, customer and other stakeholder requests for ESG information.
• Develop and maintain internal control processes to assure metrics and data in ESG disclosures
• Serve as a thought leader on emerging trends and best practices to ensure the company is delivering best in class reporting
• Assist with other corporate governance and compliance matters
• Provide regular updates on progress to leadership and sustainability teams, escalate roadblocks and provide potential solutions

Education Required:

Bachelor’s Degree

Education Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Agriculture, related fields

Experience Required:

Four (4) or more years of business experience

Experience with global ESG/sustainability reporting and disclosure, including knowledge of current tools and trends; policy positions of proxy advisory firms, ESG raters and rating agencies; and requirements of SASB, TCFD and other reporting frameworks and standards

Experience Preferred:

Food industry experience preferred – manufacturing, retail or distribution

Knowledge of issues relevant to the food industry particularly in the areas of carbon emissions, responsible sourcing and supply chain

Technical Skills and Abilities:
• Data management experience, using a variety of tools for data management.
• Strong project management skills, with an eye for detail and meeting time-sensitive targets; highly productive, getting plans on paper, tracking of milestones, owning meetings, learning new systems and reporting mechanisms; highly motivated and willing to pivot
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – able to communicate both up and down organizational levels and simplify complicated information to non-technical listeners
• Strong Microsoft Office suite experience including PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Curious to learn about new regulations, requirements and sustainability reporting standards.
• Passionate about sustainability and how companies can positively affect the environment and society.
• Ability to collaborate and build alignment and influence among a broad group of internal stakeholders; strong business acumen and ability to translate theory to action.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering high-quality deliverables to tight deadlines
• Excellent IT skills.
• Strong communication skills at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to take people with you and bring the best out of others

Language Requirements:

English

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Travel Requirements:

Up to 25% for professional development and partner meetings

Work Environment:

Standard for Corporate office environment

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

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.