About the Role
Solution Designer III is a strategic solution development leader responsible for designing innovative, client-focused service solutions that drive commercial growth and competitive differentiation. This role works at the intersection of Sales, Operations, Commercial Finance, and other cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive service strategies aligning client objectives with operational capabilities, financial goals, and Sodexo's standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of innovative food service, environmental services, facilities management, and support service solutions for new business, renewals, and strategic pursuits.
- Partner with Sales, Operations, Commercial Finance, and cross-functional stakeholders to develop competitive, client-focused solutions that drive profitable growth.
- Create operational models, staffing strategies, service delivery concepts, and capital improvement recommendations that align with client objectives and business goals.
- Guide solution development teams by providing technical expertise, coordinating project activities, and promoting collaboration across multiple functions.
- Implement standardized solution design tools, methodologies, and quality processes while driving continuous improvements in efficiency, consistency, and operational excellence.
- Serve as a trusted advisor throughout the solution lifecycle by supporting client presentations, strategic deal discussions, and complex issue resolution.
Requirements
- Experience designing complex operational solutions within food service, facilities management, environmental services, or other outsourced service environments.
- Proven ability to translate client business needs into scalable, innovative, and financially sound operational solutions.
- Strong project management, collaboration, and communication skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed organization.
- Financial acumen with the ability to evaluate solution feasibility, cost drivers, pricing considerations, and business performance.
- Proficiency with solution design, proposal, and CRM platforms, including Salesforce or similar business development tools.
- Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring team members, influencing stakeholders, and managing multiple complex pursuits in a fast-paced environment.
- Up to 75% travel within Canada and internationally is required.
Skills
- French language proficiency is considered a strong asset.
Location
- Remote
Work Type
- Remote
- Permanent
- Full-time
Experience Level
- III
Salary/Compensations
- CAD 125,000 - CAD 150,000 yearly
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
- Training and development programs
- Countless opportunities for growth
About the Company
- Sodexo believes that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve.
- Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business.
- We create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value.
- Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all.
- Global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life.
- Operates in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day.
- Unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
- Award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more.
Equal Opportunity
- Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity.
- We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.
- We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
- Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact.
- We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.
