Senior Director, Nutrition

Location: Virtual (with ~15–20% travel)

Sodexo is seeking an innovative, strategic, and Master’s-prepared Registered Dietitian to join our team as Senior Director of Nutrition, leading clinical nutrition excellence across healthcare facilities nationwide. This high-impact leadership role will shape the future of clinical nutrition through Clinicia, Sodexo’s global brand for clinical and patient nutrition.

As a key executive leader on the Advanced Nutrition Practice and Innovations Team, you will drive strategic initiatives, lead high-performing teams, and advance innovation in nutrition and wellness services. This position offers the opportunity to influence care delivery at scale, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen Sodexo’s competitive advantage in the healthcare market.

• Lead & Inspire: Oversee a team of 53 professionals across Regional Nutrition Directors, OP MNT Office, and the Nutrition & Wellness Center, fostering collaboration and operational excellence.
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute a 3-year strategic plan for Nutrition & Wellness Center services, aligning with Clinicia brand standards.
• Financial Accountability: Manage P&L for the Nutrition & Wellness Center and ensure Medicare billing compliance for Medical Nutrition Therapy.
• Drive Growth: Partner with Commercial Sales to expand Clinicia offerings, enhance market share, and deliver revenue growth.
• Innovate & Elevate: Design and implement advanced clinical nutrition services that set industry benchmarks and improve patient care.
• Talent Development: Contribute to Sodexo’s Dietitian Growth & Retention Initiative, shaping the future for dietitians.

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.

• Credentials & Expertise: Registered Dietitian with a Master’s degree and at least 10 years of clinical/operational experience, including 7+ years in leadership roles.
• Strategic Vision: Proven ability to lead change, innovate, and execute forward-thinking strategies.
• Business Acumen: Strong financial management skills and experience with contract management preferred.
• Influence & Impact: Exceptional relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Growth Mindset: Analytical, data-driven decision-making combined with creativity and agility.

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: Master’s Degree
Minimum Management Experience: 10 years
Minimum Functional Experience: 10 years

Credential Requirements:

• Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD/RDN) by the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR)

• Certification/licensure as required by state(s) of practice