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Sodexo's Corporate Services is in search of a Vice President, Operations to lead business planning, business development, management for operations and strategic leadership for multiple clients covering a geographical area from North Carolina, South Carolina, Southern Virginia, Florida and Puerto Rico. The candidate should reside in Northern Florida. You must have the ability to drive food concepts/brands, manage multiple projects within time frames and within budgets and lead the recruitment and development of talent to drive growth within the area. Exceptional client relationship skills are a must for this position. In this position, there is a significant focus on business development and sales. Travel requirements of the 50 to 60%. Sodexo seeks the highest caliber executives who embody the finest leadership skills to move our business forward. Executive leaders at Sodexo are innovative, talent driven and manage our offerings to clients by creating partnerships that result in a rewarding experience. Sodexo’s executive leaders have a vision for the future and develop strategies that provide direct support to other leaders and teams in our varied operational areas while embodying our core values of Spirit of Progress, Team Spirit and Spirit of Service. Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who:- have a strong P&L background;- have experience managing multiple locations or business segments;- can direct other leaders in a high-volume business;- can build and foster relationships across Sodexo internally to ensure additional market growth and the promotion of comprehensive solutions offerings to clients – this includes collaborating with senior leaders and Business Development to grow Sodexo’s business in the assigned market;- can develop exceptional client relations and ensure the facility’s product offerings/solutions align with client needs;- drive solutions that optimize the current business portfolio;- develop and execute a strategy to accelerate business growth throughout the region;- play a key role and enthusiastically supports the succession planning and development of key personnel within area of responsibility;- can ensure the organization’s brand reputation; and/or- lead and motivate the management team, inspiring strategic direction; secure and/or deploy resources; cultivate relationships with clients and other teams within Sodexo; ensure the fulfillment of all contract commitments; sustain client satisfaction and retention; and maintain strong employee relations. Learn more about Sodexo’s Benefits Not the job for you? At Sodexo, we offer executive careers that lead our business in Corporate, Schools, Universities, Government and Agencies, Health Care, Personal and Home Health Services, Senior Living, Sports and Leisure, and Benefits and Reward Services. Positions are located across the United States. Continue your search for Executive positions. Working for Sodexo:How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.
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Sodexo is seeking a Vice President for the Universities segment. This position will cover Missouri & Ohio. Reporting to the Senior Vice President-Universities, you will be responsible for a client portfolio of multiple locations (with concentration in Food management and culinary innovativeness) in Ohio and the state of Missouri. This position will provide both challenge and satisfaction while allowing you the opportunity for continued career growth. Large international population that demands authenticity with a highly engaged client liaison to ensure high level execution. This opportunity requires an innovative and creative approach with high end retail, resident dining and, catering. You will influence client decisions based on market research and emerging trends needed to support new and existing concepts, innovations, student meal plans and menus. As a member of our senior management team you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of duties to include ensuring unit managers are in compliance with corporate, regional and financial goals. Additionally, you will be responsible for the overall operation, growth and profitability of the region. As a VP, you will exercise management and leadership over multiple education operations with a large total managed volume. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience managing large teams preferably in food or consumer product goods operations in a complexed large metropolitan city environment. The ideal candidate will have strong strategic leadership, solid understanding of business diagnostics, financial acumen, talent management, strong communication and project management skills. Key responsibilities include the following:- Achieving segment goals by providing the leadership, management and oversight necessary to ensure that the area’s portfolio of business has the proper solutions, products, metrics and talent in place to effectively grow the organization and meet/exceed defined revenue and profitability targets and other KPIs. - Contributing to the innovation of services to expand Sodexo’s Service Solutions for current and prospective clients.- Overseeing proposal development activities, including positioning, strategy development, customer negotiations, contract review, and pricing/costing.- Resolving client issues and concerns with agility and professionalism. Establishing organizational protocols and systems to identify client issues, trends, and opportunities and effectively integrate them into area strategies.- Balancing retention efforts at current clients with new business development opportunities and reallocating resources across the territory as needed to ensure operational excellence within all accounts.- Hiring, growing and developing current and future talent. Providing positive and constructive feedback through coaching, mentoring and counseling.- In collaboration with Sales and Brand Teams, designing and implementing Strategic Partnership programs for the area that create value for clients/prospects. Responsible for the area communication and marketing plans.- Establishing visibility and relevance for Sodexo in the area’s industry by preparing presentations to management groups, leadership groups and boards to explain the company’s market position and initiatives. As a Change Champion, prepares the area’s culture to adapt to and embrace ongoing, fundamental changes that will enable the business to grow and prosper.- Leveraging Sodexo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion to extend Sodexo’s reach in area communities
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Vice President Operations – Seattle, WA Sodexo is seeking a Vice President, Operations for our Universities Segment located in Seattle, WA. Reporting to the Senior Vice President-Universities, you will be responsible for a client portfolio of multiple locations with a leadership focus on Commercial Growth through Employee Engagement, Client Partnerships and Operational Excellence as this will include 12 accounts with an approximately $32 million in managed volume. This opportunity requires an individual that has extensive expertise operations (with concentration in Food management and culinary innovativeness), leadership abilities, financial acumen and business development in growing markets. You will influence client decisions based on market research and emerging trends needed to support new and existing concepts, innovations. As a member of our senior management team you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of duties to include ensuring operation leaders are in compliance with corporate, regional and financial goals. Additionally, you will be responsible for the overall operation, growth and profitability of the region. As a Vice President you will exercise management and leadership over multiple higher education operations in both dining and facilities. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience managing large teams and markets preferably in a complexed large metropolitan city environment. The candidate must reside in or near Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will have strong strategic leadership, solid understanding of operations, business development, strong financial acumen, talent management, strong communication and project management skills. Key responsibilities include the following:- Achieving segment goals by providing the leadership, management and oversight necessary to ensure that the area’s portfolio of business has the proper solutions, products, metrics and talent in place to effectively grow the organization and meet/exceed defined revenue and profitability targets and other KPIs. - Contributing to the innovation of services to expand Sodexo’s Service Solutions for current and prospective clients.- Overseeing proposal development activities, including positioning, strategy development, customer negotiations, contract review, and pricing/costing.- Resolving client issues and concerns with agility and professionalism. Establishing organizational protocols and systems to identify client issues, trends, and opportunities and effectively integrate them into area strategies.- Balancing retention efforts at current clients with new business development opportunities and reallocating resources across the territory as needed to ensure operational excellence within all accounts.- Hiring, growing and developing current and future talent. Providing positive and constructive feedback through coaching, mentoring and counseling.- In collaboration with Sales and Brand Teams, designing and implementing Strategic Partnership programs for the area that create value for clients/prospects. Responsible for the area communication and marketing plans.- Establishing visibility and relevance for Sodexo in the area’s industry by preparing presentations to management groups, leadership groups and boards to explain the company’s market position and initiatives. As a Change Champion, prepares the area’s culture to adapt to and embrace ongoing, fundamental changes that will enable the business to grow and prosper.- Leveraging Sodexo’s commitment to diversity and inclusion to extend Sodexo’s reach in area communities Education/Skills- Bachelor’s Degree/Master’s Degree preferred.- Market Industry Knowledge-University Experience Preferred- Strong Business Agility - Strong Operations Focus and Experience Demonstrated Fiscal Management Expertise Client/Customer Focus - Results-oriented- Ability to Quickly Analyze Data and Draw Conclusions- Demonstrated Ability to Build Effective Teams- Strong People Development Skills Diversity Awareness and Sensitivity Integrity and Trust Interpersonal Savvy- Strong Business Communication Skills (written and verbal)- Demonstrated Leadership Skills- Negotiation, Influencing, and Problem Solving Skills- Timely Decision Making- Ability to Maintain a “Big Picture” Strategic View- Demonstrated Success in Leading and Managing Change- Demonstrated Success in Leading and Managing Change- Ability to Work Productively in a Fast-Paced, Stressful, Demanding, and/or Ambiguous Work Environment
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We are looking for an INNOVATIVE LEADER to manage The North American region of the GlaxoSmithKline Global Account - Sodexo is searching for Vice President of Operations-Facilities Management in the Corporate Service segment. This is a prestigious Global account with a portfolio comprising commercial, R&D and manufacturing sites in the USA, Asia, UK. The USA portfolio is $26 million covering (7) sites, providing hard, soft and culinary services in addition to managing contracted services. The locations are in the greater Philadelphia area, Marietta, PA, Warren, NJ, Rockville, MD and Raleigh, NC. We are looking for a leader with executive presence; proven ability to drive results and provide exceptional service; possesses client influencing skills and is experienced in developing high performing teams and the next generation of leaders. This position requires a strategic leader, capable of managing complex projects and the ability to successfully integrate services and sites within the requirements of a newly signed MSA. Prior experience in the Pharma/Life Science Segment is required. Key Responsibilities include:- Strong operational leadership of multiple sites and services- Ability to deliver exceptional Soft/Hard FM services and culinary solutions. - Through operational excellence, provide continued innovation and value add services- Develops exceptional client relations and ability to grow services- Build and foster relationships across Sodexo internally to ensure additional market growth & promotion of comprehensive solutions to the client.- Collaborate with the management team in providing strategic direction and growth- Drive solutions that optimize the account portfolio.- Owns, and leads, the efforts in associate and leader growth and development - through mentoring, coaching and succession planning - Ensure the organization’s core values are modeled & driven throughout the region.This is an exciting opportunity for Sodexo and an excellent path for career growth for a high performing individual. This VP Facilities will bring their service spirit to this role along with their executive business acumen, contract knowledge, innovation and leadership abilities. The ideal candidate must be a strong communicator, strategic, collaborative, forward thinking, the ability to focus on the critical few, and is comfortable with continuous change. In addition, the candidate must possess demonstrated experience in delivering results within deadlines. This VPO role will be expected to travel throughout region in USA which is very close in proximity to Philadelphia. Travel globally will be once or twice a year.
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Sodexo Healthcare is in search of a Vice President Industrial Engineer who will provide strategic and tactical direction for its Industrial Engineer Team. In this position you will review, prioritize, and align on the right projects for the our Healthcare Segment. In addition, lead and ensure successful execution of selected projects for NORAM Healthcare network related to process/productivity improvement, quality standards improvement, labor management standards, and other continuous improvement projects or projects related to new sales, expansions, and growth. This is a virtual position with travel up to 60% depending on location. In this position you will:· Develop the Industrial Engineer infrastructure and provide ROI measures to the organization· Lead engineering organization to ensure development and execution of all Industrial Engineering projects and initiatives.· Be the technical subject matter expertise for continuous improvement, alignment on best practices.· Ensure organization is measuring and reporting out on all relevant metrics as it relates to productivity, cost, efficiencies, budgets and compliance requirements.· Assist in the development of and implementation of processes and mechanisms for labor forecasting, staffing, modeling, incentive performance· Bring new thought leadership and innovation to drive operational performance improvement for existing and new clients.· Ensure compliance to all labor standards, incentives and NORAM focus areas related to Industrial Engineering and process improvement.· Ensure Operations knowledge is fully engrained and sustained regarding project outcomes and 5 Habits Structure is in place· Develop project scopes, specifications and estimates as needed by using reliable Project Management Tools. Prepares and maintains industrial engineering documentation.· Develop best in class change management process and ensure compliance to process by Industrial Engineering teamAdditionally, you will:· Build annual budget for the team as well as making sure all projects are executed on time, on budget with expected result and ROI.· Provide budget guidance to Healthcare Operations teams regarding disruption, loss of productivity costs, and startup costs as it relates to projects· Lead due diligence and integration process for all new projects and acquisitions.· Ensure all IE’s understand and are trained on change management to deploy projects with strong execution and sustainability.· Effectively develop a support team and develop bench strength· Lead a culture of continuous learning and development.Qualifications: 10+ years of work experience in Industrial Engineering or equivalentContinuous Improvement and PMO skills required; PMP certification and Lean Six Sigma preferredThe ability to work with multiple disciplines and build strong relationships
