Director, Learning Strategy

Sodexo Live! Airline Lounges is looking for a proven Director of Learning Strategy to join our team servicing our entire Airline Lounge client base nationally. This is a remote role, with a preference for our candidate to live in the midwest region.

We are looking for someone who can translate the Academy's global strategy into impactful learning programs across culinary, leadership, and digital learning. This person should bring strong program management and learning design experience.

About the job

The Director, Learning Strategy owns the Sodexo Live! Academy programming strategy and portfolio, ensuring learning programs are relevant to business priorities, scalable across markets, high quality, and capable of demonstrating meaningful impact for people, operations and clients.

The role of an individual contributor within the organization focuses on completing specific tasks and projects; contributing directly through their skills and expertise. Performs specialized technical tasks to support operations. Work is primarily achieved independently, however may collaborate with a team.

Pay Range: $115940 - $150040

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

Strong salary plus bonus, excellent benefits packages, 401K, and more.

Our Airline Lounge segment is experiencing significant growth, and this role will play an important part in supporting that expansion while also offering strong opportunities for professional development and career growth within the category.

• Own the Academy programming roadmap and portfolio across leadership, hospitality, culinary, functional and other priority capabilities.
• Translate business and organizational priorities into learning and development opportunities.
• Lead program development with internal SMEs, external partners and subject matter experts.
• Ensure programs are designed for scalability across markets and delivery channels.
• Partner with business, operations, HR and other stakeholders to understand capability needs and priorities.
• Identify and manage strategic programming partners, schools, chefs, organizations and other external resources.
• Build and develop the programming team and supporting capability as the Academy scales.
• Establish clear ownership across program managers, SMEs, partners and other resources.
• Delegate effectively and move the function from individual execution toward scalable capability
• Evaluate new approaches, technologies and learning models that can strengthen the Academy portfolio.

What you'll bring

The right candidate will be comfortable working across regions and with senior stakeholders, and know how to turn business needs into scalable programs that drive measurable results.

Just as importantly, they need to be hands-on, collaborative, and able to move from strategy to execution.

• Working knowledge of HR Systems including API, integrations, Project and Program management, Vendor Management, Stakeholder management, Data & Reporting, Learning technology.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities across a geographically dispersed organization.
• Skillset to build strategic relationships and collaborate effectively with business leaders, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Consulting, influencing, and negotiation skills to drive alignment, shape solutions, and deliver impact across diverse teams.
• Expertise in managing operations, coordinating complex projects, and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Innovative thinking paired with a customer-focused mindset, ensuring talent strategies and solutions meet evolving business needs.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing, coaching, and motivating teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5-7 years
• Related Experience: 5-7 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.

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.