Business Improvement & Optimisation Manager
Be part of something greater.
- Job reference: SDX/TP/1129899/161645
- Location: Home based with travel to offices and sites
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: Up to £65,0000 depending on experience
- Closing date: 22 September 2026
About the role
We are looking for a Business Improvement & Optimisation Manager to support business improvement initiatives across our UK Government & Energy segment. This role plays a key part in driving operational excellence, contract performance, workforce management, and business growth through continuous improvement. You will support bidding, mobilisation, and contract delivery activities, identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency, and help deploy business improvement programmes, systems, and processes that enhance competitiveness and deliver financial and operational success.
Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
For more information on Sodexo Careers please visit Sodexo Careers
Main Responsibilities
- Working with the segment Services Team to delivery transformation and change initiatives that support new business opportunities, specifically DSFM.
- Identify opportunities to implement new innovations to drive value and efficiencies in readiness for DSFM
- Identify opportunities to improve profitability on the contract without impacting experience
- Delivers training and onsite deployment of the CMOE tools
- Utilises the regional CMOE action plans to track live activity and outcomes.
- Shares best practices in all service lines and drives consistency in approach
- Adheres to and drives compliance with Company and customer/client policies and procedure.
- Ensures confidentiality of materials and information
- Works collectively to achieve business objectives whilst promoting collaboration, co-ordination and teamwork
Please see attached job description for further information regarding the role requirements
The Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrable experience of working in an operational role within facilities management at comparable level with proven ability to manage multiple services to agreed specification and within agreed financial parameters
- Knowledge and understanding of site operations to recommend, implement and complete projects
- Knowledge and experience of labour optimisation
- Knowledge and understanding of Lean and Six Sigma principles or similar qualifications is an advantage but not essential
- Able to demonstrate a good understanding of the importance of contract compliance, a degree education in any field will be considered an advantage but is not essential
- Effective communicator both orally and in writing, with the ability to influence without formal authority. The role may require strong negotiation skills and the ability to convey complex and/or detailed information to various stakeholders.
- Demonstrates good inter-personal skills and develops relationships based on mutual respect and professionalism
- Good financial acumen, able to interpret and analyse financial information. This includes a good understanding of the key drivers (both internal and external) that shape company performance
- Has a good understanding of contract law and the ability to negotiate key contract terms
Package Description
Up to £65,000 depending on experience
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater
You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.
In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.
For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.
Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!
About The Company
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be natural, and be the best versions of themselves. We recognise that we’re on a journey with regards to diversity and inclusion and would therefore welcome applications for candidates from underrepresented backgrounds.
We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.
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KEY BENEFITS
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Advice and guidance
Get help with legal, financial, personal or work issues whenever you need it. -
Pension Plan
Save effectively for your future when you join the Sodexo Pension Plan. -
Wellbeing support
Unlimited access to online support for your mental health, 24/7. -
Generous leave
For holidays, care needs or major life events, we’ll help you rest and recharge. -
Discounts and savings
Enjoy great deals from leading retailers and use our Bike to Work scheme -
Virtual GP
24-hour access to video or phone consultations for you and your family.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
Home based with travel to offices and sites, United Kingdom, M50 2UE
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