Product Owner, Warehouse Technology

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

Sales Territory:
US-TX-Houston

Zip Code:
77077

Travel Percentage:
0

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

Summary

Delivers value to Business and Technology stakeholders through the planning, execution, and delivery of high-quality supply chain technology products and enhancements by leading and mentoring an agile Product team. Develop and lead a team with a strong focus on skills, deliverables, and outcomes. Oversee and take accountability for the team's actions, providing hands-on direction daily. Engage directly with business partners and stakeholders to ensure the delivery of robust, scalable, and high-performing supply chain solutions-leveraging platforms such as Warehouse Management Systems, BlueYonder Labor Management, and more.

Responsibilities

• Owns the development and delivery of supply chain technology products aligned with evolving business needs
• Owns and drives strategic relationships with supply chain, logistics, and merchandising stakeholders
• Researches and analyzes industry trends, market demands, and benchmarking data to guide product direction
• Creates and maintains a prioritized and executable product backlog
• Defines and communicates product priorities, balancing business value, technical complexity, and resource tradeoffs
• Translates complex product requirements into actionable user stories with clear acceptance criteria
• Actively participates in agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Identifies risks and impediments impacting the product team, and actively contributes to mitigation and resolution
• Inspects product progress throughout the sprint, empowered to make real-time decisions and accept deliverables
• Supports team members in stakeholder engagement, backlog development, and sprint execution
• Maintains a calm, analytical perspective during issues or escalations, supporting effective crisis resolution
• Holds self and others accountable for delivering measurable, timely, and high-quality results
• Manages 1-3 business analysts, providing direction, coaching, and performance feedback
• Owns one or more complex product domains, platforms, or components and tracks key performance metrics
• Ensures team decisions align with strategic business priorities and product roadmaps
• Leverages budget and financial insights to inform team capacity and business planning
• Identifies and communicates risks while proposing data-driven, feasible solutions
• Fosters a collaborative, inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued
• Leads process improvement initiatives using Lean and Agile best practices
• Presents product updates and demos to stakeholders, tailoring content to audience needs and technical fluency

Mandatory Experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 5-8 years of experience as a Product Owner, Product Manager, or Business Analyst, with 3+ years in an agile environment
• Hands-on experience with Warehouse Managment Systems such as JDA (Blue Yonder), Manhattan WMS, Korber, or similar enterprise solutions
• Hand-on experience with Mobile Application software and hardware, especially in rugged environments
• Strong understanding of Scrum, Lean, XP, Kanban, and other agile frameworks
• Proven ability to manage design and delivery of low-to-medium complexity technology products
• Solid understanding of modern enterprise systems, SaaS solutions, and cloud-based technologies

Competencies

• Strong product management capabilities with clear grasp of product vision, strategy, and lifecycle
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with a bias toward decision-making and prioritization
• Proven ability to identify value drivers and manage product investments for optimal return
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and negotiation skills

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
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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.