Senior Manager, Program Activation

Sodexo; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced procurement professional to drive supplier enablement and end-to-end procurement initiatives. You will partner with cross-functional teams, lead complex projects, and deliver measurable business value through strategic category management and analytics.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of management experience with 3+ years in related roles. This role offers competitive pay and Sodexo’s incentive plan.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management experience: at least 5 years.
• Related experience: at least 3 years in procurement or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supplier enablement and P2P projects.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across supply management, technology, finance, marketing and vendors.
• Develop rollout strategies and training for client onboarding and system launches.
• Oversee Salesforce platform management and analytics for dashboards and reporting.
• Ensure compliance, risk mitigation and cost controls.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder influence

Data analytics

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About the job

You will drive the strategic execution of supply management and procurement initiatives that elevate operational efficiency and commercial performance. You will partner across teams to implement innovative solutions, lead complex projects, and activate programs that deliver measurable business growth and value.

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: $86275 - $133870

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

What’s in it for you

• Manage the full lifecycle of supplier enablement, procurement-to-pay (P2P), and master data projects, ensuring effective design, planning, implementation, and ongoing support.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration and communication among Supply Management, technology, finance, marketing, vendors, and other internal and external partners to drive project success.
• Develop and execute rollout strategies, training programs, and communication plans to support new client onboarding, system launches, and supply chain initiatives.
• Lead category management efforts including contract negotiation, vendor management, cost control, compliance, and risk mitigation aligned with company policies.
• Oversee Salesforce platform management and analytics, providing data-driven insights, dashboards, training, and continuous improvement to enhance operational transparency and accountability.
• Support supplier engagement and growth initiatives through collaborative partnerships, data-driven business opportunities, event management, and alignment with organizational goals for measurable impact.

What you’ll bring

• Proven leadership in driving cross-functional projects and managing complex supply chain or procurement initiatives from end to end.
• Strategic thinking with the ability to develop and execute category management, vendor negotiations, and risk mitigation plans.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills to influence stakeholders across multiple departments and external partners.
• Expertise in leveraging technology and data analytics (such as Salesforce) to enhance visibility, reporting, and continuous process improvements.
• A consultative approach with a focus on delivering innovative, customer-centric solutions that drive measurable business results.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5 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. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.