Sales Manager

Sodexo; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo is hiring a Sales Manager to drive growth in campus dining, partnering with colleges and universities to deliver nutrition-focused, sustainable programs that elevate the student experience.

The role focuses on executing sales projects, collaborating across teams, and shaping strategies that enhance client success and business growth. A strong, entrepreneurial seller will thrive in this fast-paced environment and grow into a strategic leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; 3 years of management experience.
• Experience managing client-facing sales projects or campaigns.
• Ability to develop tailored communications solutions and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project delivery for sales initiatives and campaigns.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients to craft tailored solutions.
• Drive strategic sales initiatives and contribute to revenue growth.
• Mentor or support sales team efforts to maximize opportunities.

Skills

Client relationships

Project management

Negotiation

Strategic thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Launch your sales career as a Sales Manager driving growth in campus dining. Partner with colleges and universities to deliver innovative, nutrition-focused, sustainable programs that elevate the student experience.

Ideal for a motivated, entrepreneurial seller who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to grow into a strategic sales leader while building meaningful partnerships that support student wellness and success.

About The Job

In this dynamic, client-focused role, you’ll lead the seamless execution of sales projects, ensuring that every deliverable meets the highest standards of quality, timeliness, and impact. You’ll collaborate across teams, drive tailored communications solutions, and help shape strategies that elevate client success and fuel business growth.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range

$74290 per year - $115500 per year

What’s In It For You

• Manage end-to-end project delivery, ensuring sales materials and campaigns hit the mark on time, on budget, and on strategy.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and clients to develop tailored solutions that address unique business challenges.
• Play a key role in creative development, ensuring alignment between client objectives and final outputs.
• Strengthen client relationships by delivering exceptional service and exceeding expectations at every turn.
• Contribute to strategic sales initiatives, analyzing market trends and helping drive revenue growth.
• Lead, mentor, or support sales team efforts to ensure goals are met and opportunities are maximized.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment where precision, adaptability, and high-quality standards are valued and rewarded.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong client service mindset with the ability to build trusted, strategic relationships that drive results.
• Excellent project management and time management skills, ensuring smooth coordination, prioritization, and on-time delivery across multiple initiatives.
• Proven ability to influence and negotiate effectively, aligning cross-functional teams and client needs with business goals.
• High level of dependability, flexibility, and stress tolerance, thriving in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities.
• Solid industry knowledge and financial acumen, allowing you to contribute meaningful insights and support budget-aligned strategies.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 3 years
• Related Experience: 3 years

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.

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.