Sr. Director, Strategy & Planning

** Company:
** US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC
** Sales Territory:
** None
* * Zip Code:
** 77077
* * Travel Percentage:
** Up to 25%
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 Summary
** The Senior Director, Strategy & Planning (Americas) is a highly strategic and execution-focused role that exists to amplify the impact of the VP by driving alignment, prioritization, and operational efficiency across the organization. Acting as a trusted advisor and integrator, this position ensures that the VP's vision and priorities are translated into actionable plans, executed effectively, and communicated clearly across stakeholders.

The role is responsible for managing the VP's operating cadence, facilitating decision-making, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and overseeing critical communications and strategic deliverables. Success in this role requires a strong mix of business acumen, organizational savvy, and the ability to navigate complexity while maintaining focus on outcomes.
** Duties and Responsibilities
** 1. Strategic Planning & Prioritization – Drive alignment around the VP’s priorities, orchestrate annual and quarterly planning cycles, and ensure focus on the most critical initiatives across the technology organization.
2. Executive Decision Support – Provide analysis, context, and recommendations to support effective and timely decision-making by the VP and their leadership team.
3. Operating Rhythm & Governance – Manage the VP’s calendar of business reviews, staff meetings, leadership forums, and ELT engagements; ensure agendas are focused, materials are high quality, and outcomes are actionable.
4 . Cross-Functional Program Execution – Lead or support the execution of team-wide technology initiatives, ensuring accountability, coordination, and progress tracking.
5. Internal Communications & Messaging – Develop executive-level communications, presentations, and messaging to align stakeholders and reinforce key strategic narratives across the organization.
6. Metrics, Reporting & Insights – Oversee development of dashboards and performance indicators that provide visibility into organizational health, progress on key initiatives, and operational risks.
7. Special Projects & Confidential Initiatives – Serve as a go-to leader for high-priority, time-sensitive efforts requiring discretion, judgment, and broad organizational perspective.
8 . Risk Awareness - Monitor emerging organizational or delivery risks, surface early indicators of misalignment or friction, and recommend proactive interventions to maintain strategic and operational momentum.
** Qualifications
* *** Education Required**:

Bachelor’s Degree – A degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, Finance or a related field
** Education Preferred:
** Master’s Degree (MBA or equivalent) with a focus on strategy, operations, or technology management.
** Experience

Required:

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* • 8–12 years of progressive experience in technology within large, matrixed organizations
• Proven experience supporting senior executives or working in highly visible roles requiring discretion, sound judgment, and influence
• Strong track record of leading cross-functional initiatives and aligning diverse teams to deliver complex programs
• Familiarity with IT planning, financial management, and governance processes, including budgeting cycles, investment reviews, and performance tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to craft high-quality executive-level communications and strategic deliverables including preparation of board materials, leadership presentations, and organizational messaging.
• Experience with IT sourcing and vendor management, including contract review, vendor performance tracking, and alignment with service-level expectations.
• Exposure to M&A integration and organizational change, particularly aligning technology teams, roadmaps, or platforms post-acquisition.
• Experience operating in…