Operations Manager

Lead. Inspire. Deliver.

Midlands, Coventry, Nottingham
Competitive Salary | £1,300 Flexible Benefits Fund

Are you the kind of leader who thrives on making things happen?

Do you enjoy leading teams, building strong client partnerships and delivering exceptional results across multiple sites?

At Sodexo schools, our Operations Managers are at the heart of what we do. They inspire people, drive performance, strengthen customer relationships and create environments where teams can thrive.

As our Schools and Education business continues to grow, we're looking to connect with ambitious operational leaders who are ready for their next challenge.

Whether you're currently an Operations Manager, Regional Manager, Area Manager or a high-performing senior leader looking to take the next step, we'd love to hear from you.

No two days are the same.

One moment you'll be working alongside site teams to improve operational performance. The next, you'll be collaborating with clients, developing growth opportunities or coaching future leaders.

You'll have the autonomy to lead your region, the support to develop your career, and the opportunity to influence the success of a diverse portfolio of sites and services.

This is a role for leaders who enjoy:

• Building and developing high-performing teams
• Creating strong, trusted client partnerships
• Driving commercial and operational success
• Leading change and continuous improvement
• Solving challenges and delivering results
• Making a tangible difference to colleagues, customers and communities

We’re keen to hear from passionate operational leaders with experience in:

• Multi-site operations management
• Facilities Management
• Education
• Hospitality and Catering
• Workplace Services
• Contract Management
• Service Delivery

You’ll bring:

• Strong commercial and financial awareness
• Exceptional people leadership skills
• A customer and client-focused mindset
• Experience managing budgets and operational performance
• Confidence influencing stakeholders at all levels
• A passion for coaching and developing others
• A drive to continually improve and innovate

Most importantly, you’ll be someone who leads with energy, integrity and purpose.

At Sodexo, we believe people are at the centre of everything we do.

We’re proud to create opportunities where our colleagues can grow rewarding careers, make a difference and feel valued for who they are.

When you join Sodexo, you’ll become part of a business that invests in developing its leaders, supports career progression and genuinely encourages you to bring your whole self to work.

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• £1,300 flexible benefits fund
• Industry-leading learning and development opportunities
• Career progression across one of the world's leading employers
• Comprehensive wellbeing and mental health support
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Virtual GP service
• Pension scheme
• Retail, lifestyle and leisure discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Your Next Career Move… Could Start Here

Even if there isn't a suitable opportunity available today, we'd love to stay connected.

By registering your interest, you'll join our talent community and be among the first to hear about upcoming Operations Manager opportunities across Sodexo.

Bring your leadership. Shape the future. Build something bigger.

Friendly customers. Vibrant communities. Exciting careers.

"Great operations don't happen by chance. They happen because great leaders make them happen. If you're ready to lead teams, influence change and deliver operational excellence, we'd love to hear from you."