Operations Manager
| Posting date: | 26 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £50,000.00 to £60,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 July 2025 |
| Location: | Castle Cary, BA7 7PH |
| Company: | Sodexo Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | SDX/TP/2322703/144694 |
Summary
Operations Manager
Location: Castle Cary, Somerset, United Kingdom
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead service delivery across a high-profile corporate contract. This is a key leadership role within our Corporate Services function, with responsibility for driving operational excellence and compliance across a diverse range of integrated soft services in a regulatory environment.
As the lead Sodexorepresentative for your business function, you will be accountable for theperformance, development, and transformation of service lines aligned to bothSodexo and client objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary interface with key stakeholders across the client business (Mars).
- Ensure compliant and efficient delivery of FM services within a regulated environment.
- Set clear priorities and lead circa 30 employees to meet business-critical needs.
- Monitor and improve operational performance, taking proactive steps where required.
- Drive transformation initiatives, continuous improvement and strategic service development.
- Champion safety, quality, and compliance with SHE and GxP obligations.
- Support and lead internal and external audits as required.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and development within your teams.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Proven experience in operational leadership within regulatory corporate environments.
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to drive performance.
- Demonstrated experience managing teams across complex service portfolios.
- Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Skilled in building and developing high-performing teams.
- Familiarity with LEAN principles, transformation initiatives, and service innovation.
- Experience in managing change, mentoring others, and delivering strategic objectives.
Why Join Sodexo?
Sodexo is a globalleader in integrated facilities and workplace services, improving the qualityof life for millions every day. As part of our Corporate Services segment, youwill play a vital role in delivering excellence to one of the world’s most recognisedand innovative clients.
We offer acollaborative culture, opportunities for career growth, and a commitment tocreating an inclusive and values-led working environment.
Ready to lead transformation in one of the UK’s mostdynamic FM environments?
Apply today tobecome part of a purpose-driven organisation where your leadership makes ameasurable impact.