Director, Program Activation

Sodexo; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 87,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A global service company is seeking a Director of Program Activation to oversee supply chain programs within the Schools segment. This virtual role requires at least 5 years of management experience and knowledge of K-12 USDA Foods requirements. The ideal candidate will be responsible for aligning supply chain strategies to optimize spending and ensuring compliance. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years management experience.
• Knowledge of K-12 USDA Foods requirements.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for supply chain program activation for the Schools segment.
• Align with strategy to manage compliance and growth.
• Direct supply management activities and optimize category spend.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Role Overview

You love the excitement of sharing new programs and products.

You have the skills to drive profitability through utilization of contracted products.

You are creative and driven.

Sodexo is seeking a Director, Program Activation to join our Supply Management team. This virtual role is focused on implementing and driving supply chain programs across our Schools segment, ensuring that contracted products are not only available but also successfully adopted. The Director will play a critical role in aligning supply chain strategies with the segment’s goals, driving compliance, optimizing spend and delivering value to K-12 clients nationwide.

What You\'ll Do

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for all aspects of supply chain program activation for the Schools segment.
• Align with Schools strategy to direct and manage the team in support of overall compliance, growth and financial outcomes.
• Directs Schools supply management activities in the development and implementation of formulaic strategic plans and optimization of total category spend for the Schools segment.
• Defines and maintains segment product specifications to address portfolio gaps and ensure availability of Schools consumer needs.
• Lead the segment and contracted vendor partners through the K-12 USDA Foods and Entitlement Funds annual process ensuring appropriate allocation and spend of ~$20M in commodities.

What We Offer

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.

What You Bring

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years management experience
• Knowledge of K-12 USDA Foods requirements
• Strong communication and analytical skills
• Project management skills
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage projects at their best.

Who We Are

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 at work. This 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. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab).

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Management Experience – 5 years

Minimum Functional Experience - 2 years in supply chain or purchasing

Location

US-MD-NORTH BETHESDA | US-GA-Atlanta | US-NC-Charlotte | US-TX-Houston | US-MA-Boston | US-DC-Washington, D.C.

System ID 983617

Category Purchases & Distribution

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $87500 to $161920

Company : Segment Desc CORPORTATE STAFF

Remote