FSQA Social Responsibility Program Manager

Sysco

Oct 27

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Job
Full-time
Senior Level
Legal
Sustainability
Houston

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in subjects such as international relations, human rights, employment law, or the social sciences and/or 5 years minimum experience in a related field of social compliances.
Ability to prioritize resources, review deliverables and performance metrics and focus on executing results while holding self and others accountable.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, programs and procedures. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Displays problem solving, organizational and analytical skills which includes solution analysis and mobilization of resources.
Ability to effectively manage multiple stakeholder deliverables simultaneously.
Must operate with the highest levels of integrity and accountability, speak and act with complete honesty and trustworthiness.
Ability to act in a forward-thinking manner, anticipating challenges, opportunities and addressing them in a proactive, pragmatic and fact driven manner. Must demonstrate collaborative skills, operating with a high degree of emotional intelligence that inspires, manages, coaches and respects others.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, talk, listen and hear.
Up to 25%

Responsibilities

Lead the development, management, modification and reassessment of social responsibility policies, programs and procedures across the enterprise, through collaboration with other internal stakeholders (i.e. Sustainability, Ethics and Compliance, Legal, etc.).
Review SSRP routinely to assess results and effectiveness as well as alignment to Sysco’s Supplier Code of Conduct. Ensure supplier and supplier facility compliance to the Sysco social responsibility requirements.
Assess, analyze and respond to changes in regulatory, legislative, non-government organizations, trade groups/industry associations, emerging issues and industry best practices that require potential changes to SSRP. Develop and implement plans to correct instances where non-compliance is occurring in collaboration with global teams.
Manage third-party social responsibility audit company relationships and timely execution of third-party partner deliverables.
Manage social responsibility audit outcomes including, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are taken, suspension of business relationships with supplier facilities when critical violations are identified. Collaborate with Sysco business functions and business entities on actions related to SSRP.
Manage technology platforms that support the capture, storage and issuing of social responsibility related data. Manage all documentation supporting SSRP such as audit results and corrective action plans, programs, communications, etc.
Collaborate and communicate with all internal and external stakeholders as SSRP subject matter expert and point of contact. Facilitate routine SSRP reporting to internal and external stakeholders, including Sysco’s annual Sustainability Report.
Represent Sysco as a social responsibility expert with regulators, non-government organizations, investors, trade groups/industry associations, customers, as well as other internal and external stakeholders.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the FSQA Social Responsibility Program Manager?

The main responsibility is to lead all aspects of Sysco’s Social Responsibility Program (SSRP), including developing, implementing, and ensuring compliance with the program.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in subjects such as international relations, human rights, employment law, or the social sciences, along with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field of social compliance, is required.

What kind of experience is beneficial for this role?

Experience in social compliance, sustainability initiatives, and managing relationships with regulatory bodies and third-party auditors is beneficial for this role.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, travel is required, with an expectation of up to 25%.

What are the key skills needed for success in this role?

Key skills include strong problem-solving abilities, organizational and analytical skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholder deliverables simultaneously.

Who does the FSQA Social Responsibility Program Manager collaborate with?

This role collaborates with internal stakeholders such as FSQA, Sourcing, Marketing, Legal, Risk Management, and Sustainability, as well as external stakeholders including suppliers, customers, and industry associations.

What is the importance of compliance in the SSRP?

Compliance ensures that suppliers and their facilities adhere to Sysco's social responsibility requirements, which is essential for maintaining ethical business practices and aligning with the Supplier Code of Conduct.

What types of documents does the Program Manager manage related to SSRP?

The Program Manager manages documentation such as audit results, corrective action plans, programs, communications, and all records supporting compliance with the SSRP.

How does the FSQA Social Responsibility Program Manager communicate with stakeholders?

The Program Manager communicates via routine reporting, presentations, and as a point of contact for inquiries regarding the SSRP.

What qualities are expected in terms of integrity and accountability for this role?

The Program Manager is expected to operate with high levels of integrity and accountability, demonstrating honesty and trustworthiness in all interactions.

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Mission & Purpose

Sysco is the global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and other customers who prepare meals away from home. Its family of products also includes equipment and supplies for the foodservice and hospitality industries. With more than 71,000 colleagues, the company operates 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations. For fiscal 2022 that ended July 3, 2022, the company generated sales of more than $68 billion. Information about our CSR program, including Sysco’s 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, can be found at sysco.com/csr2021report.