Vending Manager

Role Overview

Lead the Future of Vending Operations with Sodexo!

Sodexo is seeking a Vending Manager to join our growing InReach team in Seattle, WA. This is a high-impact frontline leadership role within a dynamic, expanding vending operation at a major corporate account. You will bridge the gap between frontline execution and operational excellence, building strong relationships and helping shape what great service looks like every day. If you thrive in a people-first, fast-moving environment and are ready to grow with a global company, this opportunity is for you.

Flexible and Supportive Work Environment

Mentoring, Coaching and Career Development Programs

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities within Sodexo

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop a frontline team of 15-20 drivers, providing day-to-day operational guidance and accountability
• Build and sustain strong client relationships, proactively identifying service gaps and opportunities for improvement
• Oversee route execution and vending replenishment to ensure consistent service levels across all locations
• Monitor operational KPIs and implement corrective action to maintain performance standards
• Partner with the Distribution Manager to align frontline execution with broader operational goals
• Flex schedule as needed to support employees across early morning and morning shifts, including potential swing shift coverage

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

• Proven experience in frontline or field operations management, ideally within vending, food service, or a related route-based environment
• Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• Customer and client relationship orientation with excellent communication skills
• Flexibility to adapt to a varied schedule supporting union employees across multiple shifts
• Experience working within unionized environments preferred
• A growth mindset and interest in building a career within a global organization

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 - Associate's Degree or equivalent experienceMinimum Management Experience - 2 years Minimum Functional Experience – 1 year work experience in the service industry