Solution Designer III

Role Description

The Solution Designer III is a strategic solution development leader responsible for designing innovative, client-focused service solutions that drive commercial growth and competitive differentiation across an assigned market segment. Working at the intersection of Sales, Operations, Commercial Finance, and other cross-functional teams, this role develops comprehensive service strategies that align client objectives with operational capabilities, financial goals, and Sodexo's standards of excellence.

The Solution Designer III leads the design of complex food service, environmental services, integrated facilities management, and support service solutions for new business pursuits, contract renewals, and high-value strategic opportunities. This role combines operational expertise, business acumen, and analytical thinking to evaluate client needs, assess business opportunities, and develop scalable, executable service models that deliver measurable value.

• Create staffing strategies, operational workflows, service delivery models, capital improvement recommendations, and differentiated value propositions.
• Participate in discovery sessions, solution reviews, client presentations, and deal strategy discussions.
• Provide leadership and guidance to solution development team members.
• Promote standardized tools and methodologies.
• Drive continuous process improvements that enhance consistency, quality, and speed to market.
• Manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously and influence cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience designing complex operational solutions within food service, facilities management, environmental services, or other outsourced service environments.
• Proven ability to translate client business needs into scalable, innovative, and financially sound operational solutions.
• Strong project management, collaboration, and communication skills with experience leading cross-functional initiatives in a matrixed organization.
• Financial acumen with the ability to evaluate solution feasibility, cost drivers, pricing considerations, and business performance.
• Proficiency with solution design, proposal, and CRM platforms, including Salesforce or similar business development tools.
• Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring team members, influencing stakeholders, and managing multiple complex pursuits in a fast-paced environment.
• French language proficiency is considered a strong asset.
• Up to 75% travel within Canada and internationally is required.

Requirements

• Up to 75% travel within Canada and internationally is required.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more.