Senior Manager, Contract Utilization
Sodexo•North Bethesda, MD
•Remote
About The Position
Sodexo is seeking a Senior Manager, Contract Utilization, to join our Distribution 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.
Requirements
- 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)
- 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
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 5 years Minimum Management Experience
- 3 years Minimum Functional Experience of distribution or procurement experience or experience in operations or operations support
Nice To Haves
- Power BI or other data platforms a plus
Responsibilities
- 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
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
