Senior Manager 1, Field Marketing

Sodexo is seeking a dynamic Senior Manager, Field Marketing for K–12 schools. This virtual role supports 50–60 school districts across the Northeast, with a strong preference for candidates based in NY, NJ, DC, or CT (other locations considered based on experience). The position is remote with up to 50% travel and requires proximity to a major airport. The Senior Marketing Manager for the At School Segment is a strategic leader responsible for driving student engagement, brand execution, and marketing excellence across the region. This role partners closely with operations teams to align marketing strategies with district goals, supporting growth, satisfaction, and participation in K–12 environments.

At Sodexo, we deliver food, nutrition, environmental and facilities management solutions to partnered K-12 schools. Joining us at one of our school sites means fostering healthy learning environments and positively influencing the students’ well-being and performance.

• Develop and execute district-specific marketing plans to drive student engagement and satisfaction.
• Partner with operations to align marketing strategies with business goals and optimize performance through data insights.
• Lead implementation of national brand initiatives, ensuring consistency and local relevance across all school levels.
• Customize and execute promotions and programs tailored to individual school communities.
• Serve as the regional marketing lead, collaborating with cross-functional teams and supporting field training and onboarding.
• Build strong relationships with school and community stakeholders, representing marketing in client engagements and driving retention.

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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive marketing experience, ideally in foodservice, education, or consumer-facing industries.
• School operations experience preferred.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence without direct authority.
• Strong project management, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience in matrixed organizations and proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel) preferred.

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 Functional Experience - 3 years