Contracts and Bids Compliance Specialist

Company:  

US0016 Sysco South Florida, Inc.

Zip Code:

33178

Minimum Level of Education:

High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:

1 Year

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:  

Up to 25%

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

JOB SUMMARY

The Contract & Bid Compliance Specialist is responsible for administering export compliance program activity. This person reports directly to the Contract Sales – Cruise Manager. Partners across the company to provide export compliance guidance and develop processes to ensure compliance. This individual will also respond to inquiries from internal and external customers. The main focus is to help Sysco customers succeed while achieving sales and profit goals established by the company.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Compliance Specialist will be assigned duties, based on organizational needs and priorities.

• Respond to daily internal and external compliance inquiries.
• Manage 3rd party compliance providers USDA, USDC, APHIS, etc.as necessary for destination markets.
• Generate and validate certificate applications with appropriate compliance providers.
• Maintain proficiency on applicable laws and regulations issued by various government agencies and translate them into business compliance best practices.
• Follow established internal compliance procedures with active input for improvement to increase business growth.
• Explain regulations, procedures, and policies to employees and stakeholders, as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, Hospitality or Culinary Arts preferred.

Experience

• 1 year prior outside foodservice sales or B2B experience.
• Preferred 2 years of prior foodservice sales, B2B experience, restaurant management or culinary background.
• 1 year of compliance preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets Company insurability standards.

Professional Skills:

• Prior Compliance experience
• Ability to establish appropriate timelines and to meet project milestones and timelines
• Analytical thinking
• Time and project management
• Information Seeker
• Ability to multi task
• Excellent Verbal and Written Skills
• Exports: 1 year (Preferred)

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

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.