Senior Manager, Food Systems Resilience

Company: Sysco
Location: Galena Park
Posted on: March 26, 2026

Job Description:

Our Global Support Center/ Corporate Office 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. As Senior Manager, Food Systems Resilience, you will be a strategic leader within the global sustainability team, responsible for strengthening the adaptability and resilience of our food systems across the value chain. You will lead supply chain risk assessments, drive Scopes 1 and 2 sustainability strategies, identify and scale Scope 3 reduction approaches, and develop long-term, customer-centered solutions for value chain transformation and systems change. The candidate will be expected to be a strategic leader who can develop a list of levers and prioritize based on impact, investment, cost savings for the organization and other dimensions. Likely focus areas will be on high emissions categories including beef, dairy, proteins and transportation. They will need to define and operationalize food system resilience at Sysco as the ability to anticipate, withstand, and adapt to disruptions across our value chain. This includes ensuring supply continuity for key commodities, advancing regenerative and sustainable agricultural practices, mitigating packaging and waste risks, and strengthening supplier/customer partnerships to build long-term stability. In this role, you will work cross-functionally and across all levels of the organization to see out into the future when it comes to sustainability risks and opportunities. You will be responsible for building strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders—including suppliers, NGOs & industry groups/coalitions, and industry peers—to drive initiatives, share insights, and promote systems thinking. Climate Action Lead comprehensive commodity risk assessments to identify potential risks and mitigation strategies to ensure continuity and resilience. Assess, pilot, and implement advanced digital tools and data platforms to help Sysco anticipate and prepare for longer-term supply chain shifts—such as climate change, geopolitical developments, and resource constraints. Provide actionable insights to leadership and field teams to strengthen business continuity and resilience. Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of Scopes 1 and 2 sustainability strategies, aligning with global standards and company goals for carbon reduction, energy efficiency, and resource stewardship. Enables governance process for oversight and approval of strategic investments to decarbonize and drive resilience throughout our value chain Engage with operations and sourcing teams to implement decarbonization initiatives in our direct operations and achieve our greenhouse gas goals. Provide regular reporting on decarbonization activities, status, and progress against company goals. Develop and scale Sysco’s strategy for helping foodservice customers increase resilience by reducing waste across food, energy, and inputs, and by identifying valorization opportunities. This includes exploring innovations such as sustainability scoring, digital menu optimization, and kitchen efficiency tools to drive customer value and environmental impact. Customer Solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to design and scale innovative solutions that reinforce food system resilience, drive value chain transformation, and deliver sustainable outcomes for customers and communities. Lead pilot programs to test and iterate new solutions, including analyzing results and developing go-forward recommendations. Engage with key customers to understand future needs, co-create tailored solutions, and embed resilience into long-term commercial offerings. Thought Leadership Stay informed about global food system trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks, contributing expertise to the sustainability team through research, presentations, and industry engagement. Identify opportunities for strategic partnerships and/or investments to accelerate change in food resilience, sustainability and value creation for Sysco and our stakeholders. Digital and Data Enablement Leverage Sysco’s sustainability data platforms (e.g., SEED, emissions modeling tools including HowGood and CO2.AI) for reporting and insights. Use digital tools to track commodity risk, model emissions scenarios, and provide customers and leadership with clear, actionable data on Sysco’s progress toward decarbonization and resilience goals. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related field such as a culinary arts degree Experience: 7 years professional experience in sustainability, supply chain management, risk assessment, or related fields within the food sector or similar industries. Experience Preferred Preferred – Foodservice, Retail, CPG, agriculture or other food related experience Preferred – Sustainability, food systems, supply chain, or a related discipline. Proven experience developing and executing decarbonization and/or resilience strategies at scale, including presenting recommendations for senior leadership and governance forums. Strong knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting, Scope 1–3 reduction approaches, and systems-change strategies. Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and building consensus across complex organizations. Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to translate technical insights into business-relevant strategies. LI-CW1

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