Senior Director, Solution Design - Higher Education

Sodexo is seeking a strategic and hands-on Senior Director, Solution Design to support our Higher Education segment. This role is responsible for translating Sodexo North America’s commercial strategy into winning, executable solutions across complex pursuits and renewals.

Partnering closely with Sales, Operations, Commercial Finance, and Marketing, you will design integrated food, facilities, and support services solutions that are operationally viable, financially sound, and clearly differentiated. You will also lead a team of solution design professionals and drive consistency through tools, playbooks, and standardized processes that improve deal quality, speed, and win rates.

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, ensuring strong prioritization, quality output, and alignment with growth goals
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to shape competitive, client-ready solutions and participate in deal reviews and presentations
• Design and deliver complex solutions, ensuring technical accuracy, feasibility, and alignment with client needs
• Drive consistency and efficiency through scalable tools, templates, and quality standards
• Coordinate across stakeholders to resolve issues, guide deal strategy, and support decision-making on complex pursuits