Field Marketing Specialist 1

Role Overview Sodexo is seeking a Field Marketing Specialist for a university in downtown Houston, Texas. Marketing is focused on growth strategies for increasing sales for the unit, improving customer satisfaction and promoting Sodexo’s Brand. Sodexo provides college campuses with food, nutrition, environmental, and facilities management solutions. Joining us at one of our campus sites enables you to positively influence college students' well-being and create a healthy learning environment. Incentives Relocation Assistance Available What You'll Do Develop and execute marketing strategies that drive participation, revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and retention across dining, catering, retail, and meal plan programs Lead customer insight initiatives through surveys, focus groups, digital engagement, and data analysis to better understand student needs and improve the customer experience Manage internal and external communications across websites, social media, marketing campaigns, innovation sharing, and best‑practice storytelling Build collaborative relationships with campus partners, student groups, dining leadership, and community stakeholders to support engagement and joint initiatives Plan and execute promotions, events, sampling activities, and campus‑wide campaigns that increase awareness and enrich the student dining experience Maintain a strong on‑site presence to promote programs, enhance brand visibility, and serve as a key marketing contact on campus Provide hands‑on creative support including event set‑up, signage, food photography, and marketing materials development Develop and maintain standardized marketing calendars, promotional plans, and eCommerce initiatives that are easy for teams to execute and support business goals 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 strong marketing background and writing skills strategic leadership, talent management, as well as exceptional communication and project management skills strong computer skills, with a preference for experience with Scala best in class presentation skills, with extensive PowerPoint experience team development skills client relationship skills and the ability to quickly respond to client and management needs the ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage workload contract food services experience (preferred) 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 - High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience #J-18808-Ljbffr