Strategic New Business Executive

Strategic New Business Executive

Sodexo, world leader in quality-of-life services, has an exciting new opening for a Strategic New Business Executive within Dining / Workplace Hospitality - Mid-West Region supporting our Corporate Services Onsite Dining segment.

This is a remote-based sales role with approximately 30% travel. The ideal candidate will preferably reside in Chicago, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Cincinnati, Columbus or Cleveland within proximity to a major airport.

What You'll Do

• Target and prospect new clients for Sodexo Corporate Food Services in the Mid-West area, by researching, identifying potential manufacturing, professional services and life science clients
• Develop new business development opportunities and progress them through the sales pipeline from first introductory calls and meetings to successful contract execution
• Manage proposals and RFP's with internal and external stakeholders
• Achieve the company's financial goals and business development growth objectives
• Create strong relationship with clients' key decision makers and influencers
• Contribute to the team's effort toward developing existing accounts or retention

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 :

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

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 - 7 years