Contracts Administrator

The Contracts Administrator supports Sodexo's North American business by managing the full contract lifecycle, including drafting, negotiating, reviewing, executing, amending, and administering contracts across business segments.

Working closely with Operations, Finance, Sales & Legal teams, this role exercises sound judgment & strong attention to detail. The position handles time-sensitive matters independently while escalating complex risks & legal issues as needed. Hybrid role

Join a role that serves as a trusted partner in managing contracts from bid through execution. This position supports operational integrity by aligning contractual commitments with business objectives while assessing risk, liability, and compliance across the organization.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities.

Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

$67405 - $87230

• Work at the intersection of legal, business, and operational teams.
• Support contract development from proposal through negotiation and amendment.
• Contribute to informed decision-making by evaluating contractual risk and exposure.
• Gain exposure to diverse contracts across segments, clients, and regions.
• Collaborate in a team environment that values precision, partnership, and insight.
• Build hands-on experience across the full contract lifecycle.

• Experience supporting contract lifecycle management for agreements typically under $5M.
• Knowledge of bid proposals, client agreements, amendments, and contract documentation.
• Experience drafting and negotiating single-segment, single-region contracts and subcontracts.
• Background reviewing proposals, identifying exceptions, and supporting submission processes.
• Detail-oriented approach to risk assessment, compliance, and contract administration.

• Education Requirement:
  Associate degree
• Related
  
  Experience:
  
  1 – 2 years

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.

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, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.