Solution Designer II

Solution Designer II

The Solution Designer II plays a critical role in driving commercial growth by developing innovative, client-focused service solutions that align with customer needs, operational capabilities, and financial objectives. Serving as a strategic partner to Sales, Operations, Commercial Finance, and other cross-functional teams, this role leads the design of competitive solutions across food services, environmental services, integrated facilities management, and support services for new business opportunities, renewals, and complex strategic pursuits.

This position combines operational expertise, business acumen, and creative problem-solving to translate client requirements into scalable, executable service models that differentiate Sodexo in the marketplace. The Solution Designer II develops staffing strategies, operational workflows, service delivery models, capital improvement recommendations, and value propositions that balance innovation, operational excellence, and profitability. Working in a highly collaborative, matrixed environment, the Solution Designer II participates in discovery sessions, solution reviews, client presentations, and pursuit strategy discussions while coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure solutions are technically sound, financially viable, and aligned with enterprise standards.

The role also provides guidance to solution development team members, promotes the use of standardized tools and methodologies, and supports continuous improvement initiatives that enhance solution quality, consistency, and speed to market. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, communicate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality solutions that improve win rates, strengthen client relationships, and support long-term, profitable growth across multiple market segments.

• Design innovative food, facilities, environmental, and support service solutions aligned to client needs and business objectives.
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Finance, and cross-functional teams to develop competitive, executable solutions.
• Build operational models, staffing plans, service concepts, and capital recommendations that balance quality, feasibility, and financial performance.
• Participate in discovery sessions, solution reviews, client presentations, and strategic pursuit planning.
• Lead solution development efforts while supporting team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and project coordination.
• Drive process improvements by applying standardized tools, best practices, and quality standards across solution design activities.

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.

• Experience designing operational solutions within food service, facilities management, environmental services, or related outsourced services.
• Ability to translate client requirements into scalable, financially sound, and operationally executable solutions.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and project management skills in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.
• Financial acumen with experience evaluating solution feasibility, cost drivers, and pricing considerations.
• Proficiency with CRM, proposal, estimating, or solution design tools, including Salesforce or similar platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred, with experience supporting complex, multi-site commercial pursuits and solution development.

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 s 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,…