Senior Marketing Specialist

Visual merchandising and social media go hand-in-hand for your marketing plans.

Using these tools to support an innovative business makes the job fun.

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Marketing Specialist to support multiple Campus Dining accounts in a multi-state district - Initial focus will be in the South Dakota districts. The Senior Marketing Manager is a key driver in the customer service standards and must have the ability to conduct group and individual training classes. Sodexo’s Marketing staff work with operations teams to develop marketing strategies that provide a high level of service and innovation for multiple cafes, catering, micro markets, brands and retail stores. Marketing is focused on growth strategies for increasing sales for the unit, improving customer satisfaction and promoting Sodexo’s Brand. 

Additional role responsibilities may include: oversight of social media platforms, student engagement, event management, point person for meal plan questions/presentations, collaboration with University departments and partnership opportunities, new business opening, presentation development, marketing plan and strategy implementation.  This role will have oversight of hourly assistants as well as a team of student interns. Time management, a strong sense of urgency and the ability to complete and manage multiple tasks are key attributes for success in this role. Sodexo’s Marketing staff work with operations teams to develop marketing strategies that provide a high level of service and innovation for multiple cafes, catering, micro markets, brands and retail stores. 

This is an on-site role with some remote support as well as traveling as needed to the various University accounts..

The successful candidate will:

• lead a marketing team that may include a Marketing Unit Coordinator, Graphic Artist and Marketing Interns, and work with managers, clients, the District Manager and Vice President in all matters relating to marketing, to help establish and maintain a solid and mutually beneficial business relationship; and/or
• be responsible for successfully coordinating and directing all marketing activities throughout the enterprise, through subordinate managers, supervisors and frontline employees.
  
  

 Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• strong marketing background and writing skills;
• strategic leadership, talent management, as well as exceptional communication and project management skills;
• strong computer skills, with a preference for experience with Scala;
• best in class presentation skills, with extensive PowerPoint experience;
• team development skills;
• client relationship skills and the ability to quickly respond to client and management needs;
• the ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage workload; 
• contract food services experience a plus but open to diverse marketing backgrounds; and
  
• Valid Driver's License is Required for this opportunity.

Sound like the Marketing opportunity you have been looking for?  Join the Sodexo Marketing Team!

At Sodexo, we believe every employee should have the resources to be their best. 

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.   

Not the job for you?
At Sodexo, we offer Marketing positions in a variety of business segments, including Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Healthcare, Senior Living and Sports and Leisure locations across the United States. Continue your search for Marketing jobs.

Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

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.

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree 
Basic Functional Experience - 3 years of experience in project management or related experience

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.