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About the job

Lead a major transformation of food and supply operations by driving governance, alignment, and communication across multiple strategic workstreams. You will manage priorities, mitigate risks, and ensure initiatives deliver measurable impact for clients and operators. This role offers the opportunity to influence cross-functional teams and shape the future of operations.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $134640 per year - $174240 per year

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• High-impact leadership shaping an operating model across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Culinary, Technology, and Supply Chain.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, finance, portfolio management, PMO, and change management teams to drive strategic initiatives.
• Contribute to a nimble, agile team focused on speed, innovation, and measurable value delivery.
• Remote flexibility with preference for candidates near the Washington, DC metro area.
• Influence cross-functional decision-making and implementation plans that affect global operations.
• Exposure to high-visibility projects with a direct impact on client and operator outcomes.

What you’ll bring 

• Transformation expertise with 5+ years leading business changes that deliver measurable financial results.
• Analytical and financial acumen for tracking KPIs, quantifying benefits, and making data-driven decisions.
• Executive communication skills for influencing senior stakeholders through clear messaging and presentations.
• Industry knowledge in food service, supply chain, distribution, or strategic consulting with transformation experience.
• Change leadership mindset for formalizing future operating models and coordinating deployment plans across global teams.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 0-7 years
• Related Experience: 7 years

What we offer 

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions 

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays 

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement 

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.