Regional Account Manager

Travel: Approximately 30% overnight travel. Territory: Kentucky, Ohio, and North Carolina; territory may change based on business needs.

About The Role

This opportunity places you at the forefront of executing procurement and distribution programs across an assigned territory, with a direct impact on compliance, consistency, and operational performance. You will serve as a key connector between vendors, distribution partners, and internal teams, using data and insights to drive results while supporting business continuity and critical initiatives. The role focuses on completing specific tasks and projects as an individual contributor, performing specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently but may involve collaboration with a team.

Responsibilities

• Influence procurement and distribution performance across a defined territory through targeted strategies and program execution.
• Build trusted partnerships with vendors, distributors, and internal stakeholders that support long-term success.
• Lead supplier business reviews and compliance conversations that deliver measurable operational improvements.
• Support new unit openings by coordinating vendor onboarding and distribution readiness.
• Use data and reporting tools to identify trends, uncover opportunities, and guide decision-making.
• Play a visible role in supporting disaster preparedness and recovery efforts when needed.
• Grow expertise in procurement operations, distribution networks, and enterprise systems such as Power BI and Salesforce.

Requirements

• Experience managing procurement or distribution programs within a multi-location or regional environment.
• Background collaborating with vendors, distribution centers, and cross-functional internal teams.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, Power BI, and Salesforce to analyze data and support reporting needs.
• Track record of managing competing priorities while meeting timelines and compliance requirements.
• Customer-focused approach centered on service delivery, relationship building, and operational reliability.

Qualifications

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Management Experience: 5 years.
• Related Experience: 3 years.

Pay

Pay Range: $100,130 per year – $115,540 per year. Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary.

Benefits

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.

About Us

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 through food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. 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.