• Director of Supply AI Products

    Sodexo (North Bethesda, MD)


    Role Overview

     

    Sodexo** is seeking a **Director of Supply AI Products

     

    As the **Director of Supply AI Products** , you will lead the development and scaling of innovative AI solutions that transform Sodexo’s supply operations and drive measurable impact on our P&L. You will define and execute a strategic product portfolio that addresses key business challenges, achieves product-market fit, and accelerates Sodexo’s AI transformation. This role requires a visionary leader with deep product management expertise, strong business acumen, and a passion for delivering value through technology.

     

    This is a **remote** role with the preferred candidate able to work Eastern Standard Time Zone hours

    What You'll Do

    + **Define the Supply AI Product Strategy**

    + Shape the AI product portfolio in collaboration with Supply COMEX and key stakeholders.

    + Identify high-value areas for AI optimization across global and regional teams.

    + Align with regional product factories to leverage existing assets and promote reusability.

    + Prioritize initiatives to maximize portfolio impact annually.

    + **Drive Product Delivery and Adoption**

    + Lead the development of best-in-class AI products that deliver tangible business outcomes.

    + Conduct user research to understand current processes and define product integration.

    + Apply agile methodologies to build intuitive, high-impact solutions.

    + Build or partner to deliver AI products that meet business expectations.

    + Assemble and manage cross-functional product squads with the right expertise.

    + Oversee product deployment, adoption, budget execution, and recharge processes.

    + Define and track success KPIs in close collaboration with business teams.

    + Resolve operational challenges to ensure scalability.

    + Foster collaboration across engineering, data, tech, and business teams.

     

    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.

    What You Bring

    + Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration.

    + 15+ years of experience, including leadership of product development teams.

    + Proven business acumen and outcome-driven mindset.

    + Expertise in product management methodologies, tools, and frameworks.

    + Strong understanding of technical architectures and data/AI product challenges.

    + Exceptional communication and teaching skills, especially with technical teams.

    + Demonstrated ability to lead and collaborate in complex, matrixed environments.

    + Inspirational leadership and strategic thinking.

     

    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 completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

     

    Qualifications & Requirements

     

    Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

    Minimum Functional Experience - 7 years

    **Location** _US-MD-NORTH BETHESDA_

    **System ID** _984227_

    **Category** _IS&T_

    **Employment Status** _Full-Time_

    _Exempt_

    **Posted Range** _$101600 to $187990_

    **Company : Segment Desc** _CORPORATE STAFF_

     

    _Remote_