Director, Program Activation

You love the excitement of sharing new programs and products.
You have the skills to drive profitability through utilization of contracted products.

You are creative and driven.

Sodexo is seeking a Director, Program Activation to join our Supply Management team. This virtual role is focused on implementing and driving supply chain programs across our Schools segment, ensuring that contracted products are not only available but also successfully adopted. The Director will play a critical role in aligning supply chain strategies with the segment’s goals, driving compliance, optimizing spend and delivering value to K-12 clients nationwide.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for all aspects of supply chain program activation for the Schools segment.
• Align with Schools strategy to direct and manage the team in support of overall compliance, growth and financial outcomes.
• Directs Schools supply management activities in the development and implementation of formulaic strategic plans and optimization of total category spend for the Schools segment. 
• Defines and maintains segment product specifications to address portfolio gaps and ensure availability of Schools consumer needs.
• Lead the segment and contracted vendor partners through the K-12 USDA Foods and Entitlement Funds annual process ensuring appropriate allocation and spend of ~$20M in commodities.

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.

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

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years management experience
• Knowledge of K-12 USDA Foods requirements
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage projects at their best.

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 – 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years in supply chain or purchasing