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Senior Manager, Facilities Planning and Optimization - GSC - US

Houston, TX

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Job ID R196277 Date posted 02/02/2026

Employment Type Full time

Company name US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Compensation Range 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

Job Profile Summary Responsible for coordinating and administering the activities of a range of administrative or staff functions to ensure efficient operation of the organization's buildings, facilities, machinery and equipment. Activities include: • Supervision of internal staff and external vendors in areas such as facilities security, facilities maintenance and repair, custodial and grounds keeping services, office administration and secretarial services. • Planning efficient utilization of space and facilities. • Examining facilities and evaluating elements, such as HVAC and lighting, for size, condition and suitability. • Planning, coordinating and implementing furniture, equipment, office and factory layout and moves. • Negotiating lease(s) and monitoring for lease contract compliance.

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr Manager, Facilities Planning and Optimization will lead the team of analysts and project managers responsible for planning new facilities and configuring existing facilities to increase capacity, improve productivity, reduce costs, and maximize throughput.

This role manages the design, procurement and installation process of rack and material handling structures at all Sysco locations.  As such, this role provides key inputs to the overall enterprise capital planning process.

The Sr Manager will be responsible for developing the data resources and tools necessary to accurately model capacity with the physical parameters of the products and facilities as well as worker productivity for distribution operations. He or she will also be responsible for evaluating, justifying, and managing projects related to automation technology for material handling processes.

He or she will be responsible for leading the direction and strategy across the network in facilities planning, slotting optimization and automation for USBL, CABL and Specialty businesses. Additionally, the individual will liaise with International Supply Chain in Facilities Planning related subjects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Continuously develop and enhance Sysco’s abilities to measure physical capacity at existing sites through capacity modeling tools, systems queries, dashboards, data collection activities and interviews.

  • Collaborate with businesses and GSC functions to gather future growth projections, item assortment and customer changes to quantify future capacity needs for Sysco

  • Directly support network optimization initiatives/capital projects and develop specific facility solutions for new and existing sites

  • Oversee rack planning, procurement and installation projects and act as a facilities subject matter expert on all facilities and warehouse automation projects.

Education Required:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Research or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Education Preferred:

MBA preferred

Experience Required:

Position requires a minimum of 5 years experience working in a related distribution center/warehouse design field performing analysis and project management activities.

Experience Preferred:

Facility Design/Engineering

Licenses/Certification Required:

The Sr Manager must be technically proficient in the use of the software applications and tools needed to perform the duties of the job in particular: Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project and CAD.

Licenses/Certification Preferred:

The Sr Manager ideally will be technically proficient in advanced software applications Optricity, SQL, Tableau or equivalent slotting/design analytics tools.

Technical Skills & Abilities:

  • Must have good written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills and be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

  • Excellent analytical skills to evaluate statistical data and develop solutions to technical and financial problems.

  • Must be self-motivated and be willing to overcome obstacles to achieve objectives and complete projects in a timely manner.

  • Must be well organized and be able to set priorities and manage time accordingly.

  • Must be able to staff, train, and lead a team of professionals to achieve departmental goals and objectives.

  • Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

  • Consistently embraces changes, leads efforts to role model change and its benefits.

  • Plans, creates breakthrough strategies, and plans ahead clearly.

  • Ability to optimize work group.

  • Ability to drive results.

  • Drives development culture.

  • Skilled at coaching.

Physical Demands:

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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.   The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.   The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.When working outside the office in a distribution center and production facility, the employee may be working in refrigerated facilities where the temperature can be as low as -10F and in ambient storage facilities where the temperature can be as high as 95F.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate for inside the office, while working outside of office in a distribution or production facility, the employee could experience certain noise levels from refrigeration equipment and material handling equipment.

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.

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