Hybrid Manager, Global Strategy

at Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

• Job title: Manager, Global Strategy
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior, Lead
• Salary: $125,200 - $132,480 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Tableau
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Plano, United States

About the role

• Manager, Global Strategy leading analysis and strategic initiatives for an iconic brand. Collaborating with senior leadership to inform enterprise-level decisions and drive impactful business direction.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex quantitative and qualitative analyses, synthesizing data from multiple internal and external sources to identify risks, opportunities, and long-term implications.
• Frame ambiguous business challenges into structured problem statements and develop clear hypotheses to guide analysis.
• Conduct market, competitive, and financial analysis to inform enterprise and portfolio-level strategy.
• Develop forward-looking insights that support mid- and long-term strategic planning.
• Own and drive key strategic projects from scoping through recommendation, ensuring alignment to business priorities and measurable outcomes.
• Structure workstreams, define milestones, manage cross-functional inputs, and proactively mitigate risks.
• Partner directly with management and senior leadership to shape strategic thinking and decision-making.
• Lead development of executive-ready materials, including Board presentations, earnings support, and enterprise strategy updates.
• Craft clear, compelling narratives that translate complex data into concise insights and recommendations.
• Build deep knowledge of the business model, performance drivers, and industry dynamics.

Requirements

• Advanced analytical capability and high comfort with quantitative problem solving.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Clear, structured communicator who tailors messaging to audience and context.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity with confidence and bring clarity to evolving situations.
• Strong organizational discipline and attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture.
• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with high standards for quality and impact.
• 8+ years of experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, strategic finance, business intelligence, investor relations, or related analytical roles.
• Experience working directly with management and senior leadership teams.
• Track record of leading mid- to long-term strategic initiatives with measurable impact.
• Familiarity with data and insight platforms such as AlphaSense, YouGov, Euromonitor, Domo, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Experience in a global, multi-unit, or consumer-facing organization is a plus.