Project Manager - Restaurant Services

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn't like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you're looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand - We got you!

The Restaurant Services Project Manager is responsible for managing, testing, implementing and integrating menu and non-menu initiatives into the Wendy's system. Leads cross-functional RSC and field operations team members in developing, communicating, monitoring and executing tactical plans for successful implementation of new products, systems, processes and procedures into the restaurants. This role reports directly to the Director of Operations Projects in Restaurant Services and is a development role that could serve as bench for other expanded roles in field operations or other functions

Responsibilities

• Manages and supports multiple projects through all phases, starting with discovery/concept and all the way through implementation/evaluation, as well as maintenance of business. Leads and/or supports cross-functional RSC team members to ensure successful testing, implementation and integration of new processes and procedures into the system.
• Leads evaluations, market visits, hands-on training sessions, and operational roundtable discussions to ensure operational procedures are effective, efficient and clearly defined for testing and/or national implementation.
• Develops and maintains quality deliverables, including detailed project plans, status reports, and steering committee and project team presentations. Supports implementation planning and communication strategies with both corporate and field stakeholders.
• Completes all calendar management activities and executes all required weekly/monthly communication, while supervising and facilitating the development and execution of system conference calls and webinar meetings. Provides timely and appropriate updates to departmental leadership regarding project tasks, issues, milestones and overall timing.
• Provides ongoing support to the franchise community, company field leadership and field operations on inquiries and opportunities for existing or new project processes and procedures.

• Bachelors Degree (business, restaurant/hospitality management, or a related field), preferred
• Project management experience & proficiency in leading cross-functional teams through all phases of a project
• 5+ years of restaurant operations experience including multi-level restaurant supervision
• Strong business acumen, business maturity, organizing & planning, influence, visioning, constructive conflict skills, and experience with talent development
• Proven track record of analytical skills and problem solving that drives innovative solutions to complex situations through collaboration with a variety of cross functional stakeholders
• Natural capacity to quickly establish and build effective relationships across the organization
• Established influencing, consulting and communication skills; has the ability to influence, engage and motivate people

Expected Work Location (In Office): It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendy's Restaurant Support Center (RSC) (1 Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017), or at other location(s) as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs. #LI-Onsite

Wendy's was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the world's most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. The target annual bonus for this role is 20% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.

NOTE: Wendy's benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy's benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy's retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Travel: 20%

Pay Range: $100,000 - $160,000 Annually