Vice President Operations, Facilities Management Schools

This role will lead Facilities Management operations for Sodexo’s K-12 Schools segment, a rapidly expanding business with significant growth opportunities. As the segment continues to experience strong momentum, this leader will play a critical role in dr

This is a remote position requiring approximately 50% travel. The role provides leadership and oversight for a team of 10 direct reports, driving performance, operational excellence, and strategic execution across the K-12 Schools Facilities Management po

Step into a high-impact leadership position where you'll shape strategy, inspire performance, and drive growth across a key business area. You'll lead teams, foster client relationships, and deliver solutions that support long-term success—for both your division and the broader organization. Provides strategic vision and direction, leading organization or its business function. Oversees area of responsibility, directing the responsibilities of employees. Holds management accountability for a business, division, major geography, corporate function or major corporate sub-function.

Develops, establishes and approves long-term vision and strategy for the area managed. Goal achievement is typically accomplished through performance of direct and / or indirect reports. The scope of responsibility includes the entire organization and / or selected line of business / business entity.

$0 per year - $0 per year

Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

• Champion a strong safety culture while delivering operational excellence and consistent commercial performance
• Drive strategic initiatives that support sustainable growth, client satisfaction, and innovation across your division
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, with a strong focus on talent management, succession planning, and engagement
• Influence key stakeholders and cultivate trusted client partnerships using proven tools and relationship strategies
• Bring forward new ideas, operational improvements, and branded programs to create lasting value for clients and customers
• Collaborate with regional and segment leaders to align local efforts with broader business goals
• Use data-driven insights to guide workforce planning, improve team efficiency, and enhance decision-making

• Experience leading large, cross-functional teams with a focus on operational excellence and long-term growth
• Consultative and communication skills to engage diverse stakeholders and foster trusted client relationships
• Strategic mindset with the ability to turn insights into action and drive meaningful business outcomes
• Demonstrated success in talent development, succession planning, and building high-performing teams
• Deep understanding of client environments and the ability to serve as a trusted advisor who brings forward innovative, value-driven solutions

• Education Requirement:
  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management
  
  Experience:
  
  10 years
• Related
  
  Experience:
  
  10 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.