Job description

Sodexo is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive national growth and expand market presence within the convenience services sector across the Columbus, OH territory. Preferred candidates will reside near Columbus, OH. About the job Step into a national sales role focused on uncovering opportunities, cultivating prospects, and expanding market presence within the convenience services sector. As a Business Development Manager, Convenience Solutions, you will apply consultative sales methods, data insights, and financial modeling to craft compelling proposals and drive revenue growth. This role brings together strategic selling and cross functional collaboration to deliver solutions that align with client needs and business objectives. 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: $74290 - $115500 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 • Lead nationwide sales initiatives within a fast growing convenience services segment. • Use research, analytics, and strategic selling methods to uncover client challenges and shape tailored solutions. • Partner with remote and cross functional teams to build innovative offers and contract approaches. • Gain hands-on experience in negotiations, financial modeling, and market expansion strategies. • Contribute to high impact initiatives where creativity, integrity, and results drive recognition. • Advance your commercially focused skill set through real world problem solving and client engagement. • Grow your career within an environment that values ownership, insight, and performance. What you’ll bring • Experience generating leads, building prospect pipelines, and closing sales in convenience or related sectors. • Presentation and communication skills that support effective virtual and in person influence. • Expertise using data and research within a consultative sales approach to address client challenges. • Understanding of financial modeling and comfort developing value centered proposals. • Accountability, integrity, and collaborative experience working with diverse and remote teams. Requirements • Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience • Management Experience: 3 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.

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Must-haves

Sodexo is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive national growth and expand market presence within the convenience services sector across the Columbus, OH territory.
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
Lead nationwide sales initiatives within a fast growing convenience services segment.
Use research, analytics, and strategic selling methods to uncover client challenges and shape tailored solutions.
Partner with remote and cross functional teams to build innovative offers and contract approaches.
Gain hands-on experience in negotiations, financial modeling, and market expansion strategies.
Contribute to high impact initiatives where creativity, integrity, and results drive recognition.
Advance your commercially focused skill set through real world problem solving and client engagement.
Grow your career within an environment that values ownership, insight, and performance.
What you’ll bring
Experience generating leads, building prospect pipelines, and closing sales in convenience or related sectors.
Presentation and communication skills that support effective virtual and in person influence.
Expertise using data and research within a consultative sales approach to address client challenges.
Understanding of financial modeling and comfort developing value centered proposals.
Accountability, integrity, and collaborative experience working with diverse and remote teams.
Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Management Experience: 3 years
Related Experience: 3 years

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Preferred candidates will reside near Columbus, OH.

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