Manager, Development Strategy

This role plays a key part in advancing the Pizza Hut Global new restaurant development strategy, through close collaboration with the Business Units Development teams. The role will be responsible for delivering growth through profitable expansion and be a key stakeholder in the Global Development team, supporting on all aspects of the function with an emphasis on Development forecasting/reporting and critical Development insights and analysis.

Drive brand building execution against development initiatives (40%)

• Build effective partnerships with international and domestic teams to identify, cascade & drive Global initiatives
• Ensure global discipline around use of all Development standards
• Partner with other PHG functions and business units to provide insight and strategic improvements around reinvestment strategies, franchise returns / paybacks, growth potential by market

Management of global asset/restaurant database & reporting (40%)

• Working with the Development Analyst to ensure strict adherence to asset management and tracking, leveraging the YUM! tools provided.
• Monitor and ensure accurate reporting on PHG’s new unit & remodel pipeline ensuring its timely delivery and providing coaching and support on successful pipeline management with PHG Business Units
• Develop and maintain key suite of standard reporting and analytics that enable team productivity, accelerate decision making, improve forecasting, and drive insight-based action. Own the development reporting process by consolidating & analyzing information for Pizza Hut International leadership
• Serve as key lead on use and improvement of AIS – PHG’s market planning & reporting database
• Support Leadership Team as needed in planning, business reviews, and ad hoc projects

Other ad hoc projects and know how building (20%)

• Assisting CDO & wider PHG development team with strategic meeting preparation, including but not limited to GLT meetings, AOP and additional global project workstreams.

General Qualifications:

• You will be required to attend the Plano, TX office 3 days a week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
• Education/Certifications – BA/BS in real estate, finance, business or related field required.  
• 3+ years of experience in Restaurant or Retail Business Development, Franchising, Finance, &/or Strategy.
• International experience strongly desired.
• Previous Development experience in YUM! is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

General Business Skills:

• Project Management.
• At ease in with cross-functional responsibilities and relationships across various styles and cultures.
• True ability to develop an independent point of view in direct areas of responsibility.
• Ability to influence/build relationships with all levels of the organizations.
• Communications, both upward and downward.
• Commercially savvy.

Key Competencies:

• Adaptability. Comfortable with dynamic environments and ability to work across different time zones.
• Communication & Influence. Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Continuous Learning. Track record for demonstrating the hunger and capacity to learn and quickly apply knowledge to action.
• Critical Thinking. Experience with conducting thoughtful analysis of complex business arrangements & the ability to articulate tactics and strategies clearly.
• Organizational Abilities. Allowing a smooth and simultaneous management of multiple projects with demanding deadlines.
• Relationship Management. Track record of being able to foster strong relationships with colleagues, partners and clients (internal and external) across various styles and cultures.

Salary Range: $122,100 to $129,240 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.