Operations Manager 1, Multi-Service - Sodexo

Unit Description

Are you a strategic, innovative facilities leader ready to help clients optimize their business.

Sodexo Energy & Resources is seeking an Operations Manager 1, Multi-Service to join our team in supporting the portfolio of a premier Global Energy producer in Ames, IA! This Operations Manager will be responsible for leading facilities management soft services operations - janitorial, move/add/change, events, mail services, shipping, receiving, reprographics, operational and financial performance. The idea candidate will have experience managing a team, sorting and distribution of mail, best practice for janitorial services for a large company.

Key Responsibilities:

• direct a small group of janitorial employees on operations to ensure employees have appropriate equipment and resources to perform their jobs and meet goals and deadlines;
• perform reconciliation of shipping costs compared to bills; and performs allocations to departments as required;
• probe potential problems and apprise manager of status on resolution of problems or issues, using appropriate Sodexo resource when necessary;
• supervise day-to-day work activities by delegating authority, assigning and prioritizing activities and monitoring operating standards.
• manage by providing positive and constructive feedback to employees in order to reward, coach, correct and motivate;
• assist in the development of new business service(s) for the client and implements the service program(s);
• ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations as well as Sodexo/client policies and procedures (e.g. certifications, licenses, quality assurance, safety, operations, personnel);
• establish operating standards, implements quality improvements and communicates them to employees;
• establish a safe work environment for employees by providing safety-related training and equipment maintenance and by ensuring compliance with Sodexo safety and loss prevention programs and with standards and procedures for the handling and storage of hazardous materials and/or waste;
• all other duties as assigned. 

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.

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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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 3 years   

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years work experience in facilities (e.g., maintenance, plant operations, engineering services, grounds, custodial/environmental, or transportation) or food (e.g., food services or operations, concessions, retail sales, store operations, or vending) servicesSodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.