Role Overview:
Sodexo is seeking an experienced Executive Director, Global Facilities Management to serve as the senior leader and primary account manager supporting a global industrial manufacturing client. Based in Houston, TX or Louisville, KY, this role will provide executive oversight for an expanding portfolio of manufacturing facilities across the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. This individual will play a critical role in the successful integration of a newly acquired business, leading the facilities management transition while establishing scalable operating standards and long-term service delivery strategies across the portfolio.
Leading a team of experienced Facilities Directors and site leaders, the Executive Director will drive operational excellence through integrated facilities management services, leveraging both self-performed teams and strategic subcontractor partnerships. The role requires strong financial acumen, experience managing complex multi-site operations and supplier contracts, and the ability to build trusted executive-level client relationships. The ideal candidate is a strategic, results-driven leader with a proven track record of leading large-scale transitions, navigating organizational change, and delivering operational excellence in global manufacturing environments.
What You'll Do:
- Serve as the executive leader and primary point of contact for a global industrial manufacturing client, building strong executive partnerships and ensuring operational excellence across facilities in the United States, Mexico, and Brazil.
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Lead the successful integration of newly acquired facilities by developing standardized processes, governance, and scalable operating models that support continued portfolio growth.
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Provide strategic oversight of integrated facilities management services, ensuring consistent service delivery, regulatory compliance, operational performance, and business continuity across a complex, multi-site portfolio.
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Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Facilities Directors and site leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement.
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Oversee financial performance, including budget development, forecasting, cost optimization, capital planning, and contract management to deliver operational and financial objectives.
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Build and maintain strong partnerships with client executives, internal leadership, and strategic suppliers to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and long-term value.
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Champion safety, compliance, and operational excellence by ensuring adherence to corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and environmental, health, and safety programs across all locations.
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:
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Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
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401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
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Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
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Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and leadership experience.
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Proven success in a senior facilities leadership role, such as Executive Director or equivalent, leading complex, multi-site facilities operations within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
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Experience leading large-scale account mobilizations, acquisitions, integrations, or organizational transformations with a demonstrated ability to standardize operations and successfully manage change.
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Strong knowledge of integrated facilities management, including hard and soft services, capital planning, contract management, regulatory compliance, and environmental health and safety.
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Demonstrated financial acumen with experience managing large operating budgets, capital investments, supplier performance, and cost optimization initiatives.
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Exceptional leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with experience partnering with executive-level clients and leading geographically dispersed, cross-functional teams.
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Experience supporting multi-country or global operations is highly preferred, with the ability to navigate diverse business environments and collaborate across cultures.
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 experience
Minimum Management Experience - 7 years
Minimum Functional Experience- 7 years in facilities management, engineering, management of business/operations service in both soft and hard facilities services
