Director 1 - Facilities Operations

Sodexo

$74K — $96K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 5 years of management experience
  • 5 years of facilities operations experience
  • Solid financial acumen for budget management
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all facilities operations at a single site
  • Manage in-house maintenance and custodial teams and vendors
  • Conduct hands-on maintenance and site walkthroughs
  • Coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance
  • Guide skilled teams in maintaining compliance and performance
  • Lead minor construction and improvement projects
  • Partner with stakeholders to enhance operational effectiveness

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Opportunities for career growth and tuition reimbursement
  • Exposure to core business operations and service delivery
  • Participation in an incentive plan for additional compensation
Full Job Description
Sodexo is seeking a Facilities Director to support a manufacturing client in Salisbury, NC. Oversee multiple buildings, managing in-house maintenance and custodial teams and contracted vendor services to ensure safe, reliable facility operations.

Perform hands-on maintenance, conduct site walkthroughs, manage work orders, coordinate repairs and preventive maintenance, and partner with vendors to ensure reliable facility operations and client satisfaction.

About the job

In this high-impact leadership role, you'll oversee the full spectrum of facilities operations at a single site, ensuring efficient maintenance, safety, and reliability across all systems. You'll guide skilled teams, manage key service areas, and collaborate closely with stakeholders to drive performance, compliance, and operational excellence.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $74290 - $96140

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 end-to-end facilities operations where your strategic oversight keeps buildings running safely and efficiently.
  • Manage and mentor a skilled team while shaping a workplace culture built on safety, service, and results.
  • Play a central role in maintenance planning, emergency response, and system upgrades.
  • Contribute to minor construction and improvement projects that enhance the built environment.
  • Gain valuable exposure to core business operations, logistics, and integrated service delivery.
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive innovation and ensure contract success.
  • Be part of a purpose-driven organization that values leadership, continuous improvement, and operational impact.


What you'll bring
  • Proven experience in facilities operations, including maintenance planning and systems oversight.
  • Leadership background with the skillset to manage, develop, and engage both frontline and management-level staff.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Solid financial acumen and technical expertise to manage budgets, resources, and service contracts.
  • Demonstrated skills to lead and coordinate projects, from upgrades to minor construction initiatives, with a focus on safety and efficiency.


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

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