Senior Manager, Health & Safety Product Quality Assurance

Lead North America Product Quality Assurance (PQA) programs focused on food safety, quality, and regulatory compliance

Oversee supplier approval, conduct supplier and internal audits, manage customer complaint programs, and strengthen risk management and continuous improvement.

About the job

Join a role where you’ll lead regulatory compliance programs across the U.S. and Canada while serving as a trusted food safety and compliance expert for North America. You will oversee food safety standards, manage auditors, analyze trends, and ensure follow-up on review outcomes. Working closely with field and segment operations, you will drive the effective deployment, enhancement, and sustainability of safety programs through operational partnership and compliance oversight.

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: $86275  - $133870 

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

• Lead regulatory compliance initiatives with enterprise-wide impact across North America.
• Own food safety standards, audits, and compliance program management.
• Influence the rollout and effectiveness of strategic safety improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate hands-on with operations to align programs with real-world execution.
• Contribute to program enhancements and continuous improvement efforts.
• Blend strategic oversight with frontline engagement and operational visibility.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to support compliance and safety goals.

What you’ll bring 

• Experience managing food safety and regulatory compliance programs in North America.
• Knowledge of U.S. and Canadian food safety regulations, standards, and requirements.
• Expertise overseeing audit programs, analyzing trends, and managing corrective actions.
• Experience guiding frontline teams through safety program deployment and process adoption.
• Proven success implementing compliance improvement plans in complex operational settings.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Management Experience: 5 years
• Related Experience: 3 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.