Senior Manager 2, Field Marketing

Role Overview

Sodexo is looking for a Senior Marketing Manager 2 to create and deploy strategic marketing business plans designed to drive year-over-year revenue through promotions and events, impactful communication streams and campaigns, memorable guest experiences, and data collection and assessment.   This role will be critical for strategic enhancement of campus initiatives in the area of field marketing, student engagement, research, and communications. This position in REMOTE and will need to be in one of the 11 states listed below.

This is a virtual position that supports approximately 80 accounts in AZ, CA, CO, ID, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT, WY, and WA.  The leading candidate will have the ability to implement Sodexo programs, retail and growth initiatives, analyze data, support new sales/retention and present to high level executives. There will be a minimum of 65% travel with this position. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to communicate and influence others. Strong technology skills will be helpful in reaching the students we serve. Experience in Restaurant/Foodservice Marketing is a plus.

Incentives

What You'll Do

• Voluntary meal plan growth through robust annual campaigns, foundational and innovative sales tactics, data collection and assessment 
• Retail sales growth through the deployment of Sodexo and brand partner proprietary promotions, product compliance, retail pricing planograms, menu board communication and compliance, and suggestive selling techniques
• Catering growth for on- and off-campus business through outreach and promotion to key demographics including faculty, staff, students, and local communities   
• Acquisition of active users for mobile ordering apps, website and ecommerce stores, and promotional texting platform    
• Marketing related content creation for RFP responses and live presence at high profile presentations
• Relationship building with clients and campus partners
• Collaboration with region leaders and support teams to offer robust and complementary support for accounts 
• Presentations to Sodexo and client leaders, both live and virtual   
• Ongoing oversight, support and development of district and unit-level marketing coordinators and specialists
• Ongoing collection and analysis of data and financials 
• Maintain an understanding of behavioral and market trends unique to Gen Z and future generations 
• Ongoing practice of team building, training and development, building strategic relations, market research, data and financial analysis, managing through change, and diversity awareness

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 marketing background and writing skills
• strategic leadership, talent management, as well as exceptional communication and project management skills
• strong computer skills, with a preference for experience with Scala
• best in class presentation skills, with extensive PowerPoint experience
• team development skills
• client relationship skills and the ability to quickly respond to client and management needs
• the ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage workload
• contract food services experience (preferred)

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 experienceMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years