Director, Supplier Diversity

Sodexo has an exciting opening for a Director, Supplier Diversity, to join our team supporting U.S. & Canada Region.

Sodexo is seeking a strategic leader to drive supplier diversity across North America as part of the supply management team, overseeing inclusive sourcing strategies that align with our Better Tomorrow plan and supply goals. This role manages $3B+ in diverse supplier spend, supports $1B+ in RFPs for North America and serves as the subject matter expert for supplier diversity across Sodexo, SodexoMagic, and Entegra .

This is a remote position, requiring travel up to 30%. Candidates should reside in the Eastern or Central time zones.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute supplier diversity strategies, establishing KPIs, scorecards, and performance metrics to grow inclusive procurement.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with business leaders internally and externally, clients, and external organizations to champion supplier inclusion and provide expert guidance for client-specific diversity initiatives.
• Spend & Reporting Oversight: Manage certification tracking and integration of 3,000+ diverse suppliers into first- and second-tier supply chains. Deliver quarterly reporting to over 900 clients.
• Program Development: Lead mentorship and education efforts to help vendors grow.  Drive compliance and innovation in second-tier initiatives.
• Community & External Relations: Represent Sodexo at national and regional supplier diversity events, serve in leadership roles across external partnerships, and uphold the company’s brand reputation.
• Global Alignment: Support global supply chain teams on international bids, inclusion strategies, and reporting for GSA clients and global segments.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in supplier diversity, procurement, or food and facility management in a complex, matrixed organization
• Proven success leading multi-million dollar supplier diversity programs and RFP initiatives
• Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior leadership and client stakeholders
• Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills; comfortable representing the company in external forums
• Ability to analyze data, develop KPIs, and drive measurable outcomes through strategic planning

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.

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 7 years   

Minimum Functional Experience – 7 years