Security & FM Workplace Optimisation Strategist

Sodexo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Security & FM Workplace Optimisation Manager to support the growth of Electronic Security and FM Workplace services, shaping innovative, cost-effective solutions and driving operational excellence across client contracts.

In this role, you will collaborate with operational teams, account managers, suppliers and sales, lead tender support, mobilisation of contracts and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance and facilitating governance forums.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Facilities Management, Security, or a related discipline.
• Experience delivering electronic security solutions and driving innovation.
• Strong presentation skills and proposal development.
• Proven project management experience with multiple priorities.
• Experience auditing compliance and driving corrective actions.
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience supporting complex bids and providing technical guidance to sales teams.
• Strong supplier management with focus on performance and accountability.
• Proactive and organised with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the growth of Electronic Security and FM Workplace services through innovative and cost-effective solutions.
• Partner with key suppliers to develop market-leading security and workplace offerings.
• Define and promote FM Workplace services, including: Mailroom Services, Logistics, Visitor Management, Car Parking, Transport Services.
• Provide subject matter expertise to sales teams during tender and bid processes.
• Support contract mobilisations and act as a key point of contact where required.
• Work closely with Marketing and Communications teams to promote Security Services capabilities.
• Conduct site vulnerability assessments and recommend appropriate security improvements.
• Support annual security audits and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Analyse market trends and competitor activity to identify innovative and cost-saving opportunities.
• Manage supplier relationships, monitor KPIs, and support quarterly business reviews.
• Collaborate with IS&T teams to ensure governance, testing, and successful implementation of solutions.
• Present new technologies and innovations to stakeholders and professional forums.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Project management

Bid support

Supplier management

Stakeholder management

Compliance auditing

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 qualification in FM/Security

Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Security & FM Workplace Optimisation Manager to support the growth of Electronic Security and FM Workplace services, shaping innovative, cost-effective solutions and driving operational excellence across client contracts.

In this role, you will collaborate with operational teams, account managers, suppliers and sales, lead tender support, mobilisation of contracts and continuous improvement, while ensuring compliance and facilitating governance forums.