Network Manager

Job description

Job Description

Network Manager – Europe

Sysco are now recruiting for a Network Manager to join the Infrastructure & Technology team on a full-time, permanent basis.

Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Network Services, you will be embedded within the global Sysco Network team, providing architectural leadership and network expertise to support Sysco’s European operations. This role focuses on the design, development, and optimization of high-performance, high-availability network solutions and services, including automation, security, and disaster recovery readiness.

The successful candidate will lead the creation of infrastructure frameworks, work closely with third-party vendors, and manage a small high-performing team. You’ll also provide subject matter expertise on both project and operational activity while contributing to strategic planning for future network services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Strategy
  • Lead the design, evaluation, and documentation of complex network solutions including WAN, LAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, security, and load balancing
  • Act as the SME for network architecture across the region, ensuring best practices and operational excellence
  • Lead network-related projects from concept through to implementation, including SOWs, design documentation, and post-deployment support
  • Ensure network infrastructure is resilient, scalable, and compliant with Sysco’s enterprise standards
  • Participate in enterprise-wide strategy and design sessions, contributing to long-term infrastructure planning
• Management & Leadership
  • Manage and develop a cohesive European network team, including mentoring and performance reviews
  • Deliver against agreed KPIs within budget and timelines
  • Support the development of network reference architectures and tools
  • Provide leadership in day-to-day team activities and stakeholder management
• Operations & Support
  • ​​​​​​​ Oversee operational elements including network security, firewall administration, and compliance reviews
  • Lead the on-call rotation and respond to critical incidents where needed
  • Monitor and maintain enterprise infrastructure across local sites, remote offices, and data centres
  • Support and optimize LAN, WAN, wireless, and cloud-integrated services
• Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement
  • ​​​​​​​ Collaborate with external vendors, telecom carriers, and managed services partners to deliver infrastructure requirements
  • Provide clear status updates to PMO, internal customers, and senior leadership

About You

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented network expert with proven experience designing, delivering, and maintaining large-scale enterprise network environments. You’ll have deep technical skills across Cisco technologies, cloud platforms, and security, and you’ll be confident leading teams and projects in a fast-paced, distributed environment.

Qualifications and Skills

Education:

• ​​​​​​​Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• Preferred: Advanced degree and/or Network Certifications (CCNP, CCIE)

Experience:

• Extensive network architecture experience in enterprise environments ( eg. 300+ sites / 85k end users)
• Strong understanding of enterprise-grade LAN, WAN, VPN, security, wireless, and load balancing technologies
• Proven experience with team leadership and stakeholder management
• Experience working in hybrid or fully remote environments

Technical Skills:

• Cisco switching, routing, and wireless: Catalyst, Nexus, StackWise, FlexStack, VSS
• Network security: Cisco ASA, Checkpoint firewalls, TACACS
• Load balancing: F5
• Monitoring: SolarWinds, Infoblox, packet sniffing tools
• Remote/cloud services: AWS, Azure
• Routing/switching protocols: BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, VRF
• Strong experience with network documentation (Visio) and project lifecycle management

Personal Attributes:

• Analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting capabilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Calm under pressure and comfortable with ²⁴⁄₇ operational responsibility when required
• Strong time management and team collaboration capabilities

Additional Information

• Location: Remote (Europe-based)
• Travel: Limited, as required
• Work Environment: Remote-first, in line with Sysco’s global infrastructure model

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in Sysco’s European technology landscape, delivering reliable, scalable network solutions and leading high-impact infrastructure initiatives.

Additional Information

At Sysco International everyone is welcome. We don’t want you to ‘fit our culture’ we want you to help define it and we actively celebrate the unique talents of each and every colleague. We don’t just look at your CV, we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. As part of our values, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone has a voice, is appreciated and has the same opportunities. We work hard to ensure that everyone feels part of our business, as we care for one another and connect the world through food and trusted partnerships. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that everyone belongs and thrives at Sysco International and we recognise that Sysco International can only thrive when everyone feels they belong. We’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our resourcing team who will be happy to support you.