Client Executive 3 (Multi-client)

Sodexo's Healthcare segment is seeking a Vice President, Operations for our Healthcare segment in Kansas and Nebraska.  This role has full accountability for our client organization relationships, which include multiple contracts, services, and locations.

The Vice President, Operations, is a trusted advisor central to the client partnership and key to delivering results that meet client needs. Accountability includes contract management, relationship management, operational performance, and leading people. This role has direct accountability for operational excellence across multiple services: food and nutrition, environmental services, and facilities management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a polished leader who is committed to service excellence and strategic growth!

The ideal candidate will reside in Kansas or Nebraska.  

• Navigate the client organization through effective communication, influencing, and persuading at all levels
• Coach and empower managers to build strong, engaged, and accountable teams
• Analyze data such as workforce planning and employee engagement to engage in data-driven decision-making around talent
• Deploy, embed, and ensure standardized processes that are predictable, reliable, and repeatable across the business
• Deliver predictable results, relentless focus on driving efficiency, and making difficult decisions
• Drive change and create a culture where change is embraced and operationalized
• Bring innovation to the client organization through the deployment of Sodexo programs and brand.
• Optimize relationships to enhance customer service and fiscal stability of the business through the use of the Clients for Life tools and resources
• Identify and act on strategic growth and retention opportunities across the region
• Effectively partner with internal stakeholders (regions, functions, Health Care Market, NORAM, and Group) to drive successful, cross‐functional outcomes

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.

• Strategic leadership experience in one or more service areas within Sodexo Healthcare’s portfolio (Food and Nutrition, Environmental Services, Facilities Management), as well as extensive hospital experience
• Knowledge of the latest trends and innovations in the contracted service industry to drive client value
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusted client relationships
• Talent for mentoring and developing high-performing leaders and frontline teams
• Strong, transparent communication skills with the ability to interact from frontline to C-suite
• Business development skills to identify and successfully target growth opportunities among existing clients
• Proven experience overseeing multi-site healthcare facilities with the ability to drive financial results

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 related equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience -10 years managerial experience
Minimum Functional Experience - 10 years relevant functional experience