Position: Sr. Project Lead, Menu & Packaging
About: Chick-fil-A is seeking a Menu Sr. Project Lead to support and lead menu, team member simplification and equipment projects from initialization through launch. This individual must be a skilled communicator, display cross functional influence and leadership skills, and excel at project and process management. Projects will consist of new product development, menu simplification, new equipment, ingredients and procedural modifications to existing products. The Sr. Project Lead will support the Category Leaders on complex projects and lead individual projects with guidance from the Sr. Category Leader and Team Director. This person must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work closely with cross-functional partners to ensure timelines and key deliverables are met. The Sr. Project Lead requires a high-level of critical thinking and decision making as they prepare for and lead rollout recommendations to leadership, inclusive of the Executive Committee. This individual requires a high-level of self-direction and a proactive mindset that can provide innovative solutions to drive business growth. This individual must be a skilled communicator, lead challenging and tense conversations with grace and authenticity, and have exceptional project management and facilitation skills.
Requirements: Exceptional communication & executive presence skills – written and verbal; Ability to facilitate large group meetings, think critically, assess risks and tradeoffs, and execute plans; Demonstrates ability to influence multiple levels across an organization; Strong interpersonal and communication skills: highly collaborative with ability to build solid working partnerships across functional groups; Analytical depth and technical expertise in project management, processes, systems and equipment interface; Demonstrated expertise in the product development process; Strong relational skills to enable interaction with partners, corporate management, Operators and Restaurant Team Members; Exceptional planning, organizing and project management abilities; Proficient in Microsoft Office Tools, Project Management Tools and Windows Operating Systems; Strong desire to learn industry trends; Sense of urgency and drive towards decisions; Highly self-motivated and able to work both collaboratively as well as independently; Bachelor’s Degree or 4-year college degree required; Minimum Years of Experience: 5-6
Benefits: Healthy mix of working in person and virtually, Strengthening key elements of Chick-fil-A culture, Fostering collaboration and community, Professional development opportunities, Competitive salary, Comprehensive benefits package
