Role Overview

Sodexo is seeking a Strategic Executive Sourcer to support enterprise-wide pipeline development for senior leadership roles (RVP and above) across our core business segments, including Healthcare, Higher Education, K-12 Schools, and Corporate Services. This is a fully remote, one-year contract position.

This role is dedicated to proactive executive talent mapping, pipeline creation, and market engagement – operating ahead of active searches to ensure ready-now talent pools aligned to business priorities.

You will partner closely with Talent Acquisition leadership, HR leadership, and segment executives to shape sourcing strategies, build competitive market intelligence, and deliver high-quality executive pipelines that accelerate and de-risk critical hires.

What You'll Do

• Lead proactive executive talent mapping and pipeline development aligned to current and future business priorities
• Partner with TA leadership and senior stakeholders to define success profiles, target companies, and talent strategies
• Identify, engage, and cultivate passive executive talent through strategic outreach and relationship management
• Build and maintain high-quality talent benches for critical leadership roles
• Leverage innovative sourcing techniques, tools, and networking strategies to access top-tier talent
• Develop and nurture strategic sourcing channels and external partnerships
• Deliver a high-touch, consultative experience reflective of executive-level engagement
• Maintain ongoing relationship with prioritized talent, ensuring long-term pipeline viability beyond active searches

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in executive sourcing, executive research or retained search environments
• Strong ability to map industries, identify talent pools, and influence executive candidates
• Strong Business Acumen
• Proven ability to influence and attract senior candidates, effectively articulating Sodexo’s value proposition
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills with a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated success developing advanced sourcing strategies and building talent pipelines
• Highly organized with the ability to operate in a highly consultative, ambiguous, and fast-moving environment

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

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in executive sourcing, executive research or retained search environments
• Strong ability to map industries, identify talent pools, and influence executive candidates
• Strong Business Acumen
• Proven ability to influence and attract senior candidates, effectively articulating Sodexo’s value proposition
• Exceptional communication and relationship management skills with a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated success developing advanced sourcing strategies and building talent pipelines
• Highly organized with the ability to operate in a highly consultative, ambiguous, and fast-moving environment

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 experienceMinimum Management Experience - 3 years Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years