Senior Manager, Contract Utilization

Sodexo; Bethesda (MD); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Manager, Contract Utilization to join their Distribution Team. This remote position involves managing distributor relationships, ensuring product delivery, and utilizing data analysis to maximize contract compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in supply chain management.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Career Growth Opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5 years management experience required.
• 3 years in distribution or procurement experience.
• Strong understanding of food product categories and contract management.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationships with prime distributors across multiple centers.
• Ensure timely delivery of contracted products and monitor compliance.
• Analyze distributor usage and report on contract utilization performance.

Skills

Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Role Overview

Sodexois seeking aSenior Manager, Contract Utilizationto join ourDistribution Team.In this role, you will be the key liaison between Sodexo and its prime distribution partners, ensuring contracted products are properly forecasted, stocked, and delivered across the U.S. You’ll use data-driven insights, strong supplier relationships, and supply chain expertise to maximize contract compliance and utilization.

This is a remote position that can be based anywhere within the United States.

What You'll Do

• Lead day-to-day relationships with prime distributors (Sysco, US Foods, Gordon, etc.) across multiple distribution centers

• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of contracted products and monitor compliance at all levels

• Support product forecasting and inventory management of proprietary SKUs in partnership with manufacturers and distributors

• Maintain and manage national and regional product catalogs

• Use tools such as Excel and Power BI to analyze distributor usage, identify opportunities, and report on contract utilization performance

• Collaborate cross-functionally with supply chain, culinary, marketing, and operations teams to ensure alignment

• Identify opportunities for program participation, consolidation, and compliance improvement

• Lead or contribute to annual projects focused on innovation, cost savings, or process optimization

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

• Strong relationship management and communication skills

• Proven experience in supply chain, distribution, or foodservice operations (especially with major distributors)

• Technical skills in Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables required); Power BI or other data platforms a plus

• Solid understanding of food product categories and contract management

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a remote, fast-paced environment

• Strong customer service orientation with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with Sodexo tools like TMC or Market Connection

• Experience supporting multiple segments and managing order catalogs

• Background working in or with distribution houses, brokers, or regional account roles

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 complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

MinimumManagement Experience - 5 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years of distribution or procurement experience or experience in operations or operations support