Area Franchise Lead, Plk, Lac

Popeyes; São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

A leading quick service restaurant brand is looking for a Franchise Business Partner in São Paulo, Brazil. This role will support and develop business strategies to enhance franchisee performance, manage key operational projects, and ensure successful market entries. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in a related field. Fluency in Portuguese and English is mandatory, and a strong analytical mindset is essential. The company offers progressive benefits focused on employee wellness and development.

Serviços

Comprehensive global paid parental leave program

Free telemedicine and mental wellness support

Qualificações

• More than 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferred background in Business, Operations, Consultancy, or Finance.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and high‑level stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Manage Franchisee Relationships and support franchisees across multiple functions.
• Lead planning and execution for new country or market entries.
• Identify root causes of operational challenges and implement improvements.

Conhecimentos

Fluency in Portuguese

Fluency in English

Advanced in Spanish

Strong interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Problem solving

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Ready to make your next big professional move?

Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

RBI owns four of the world’s most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®.

These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades.

Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support.

Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

At Restaurant Brands International (RBI), we are a growth company with ambitious goals.

We know that achieving our vision depends on having the right talent on our side.

The Franchise Business Partner, International

A critical role responsible for supporting and developing successful business strategies for Popeyes in our Latin American Caribbean. This role provides the opportunity to shape new market entries, optimize franchisee performance, and support operational excellence across multiple markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages Franchisee Relationships
• Acts as the first point of contact for brand initiatives that impact franchisees and restaurants.
• Supports franchisees across multiple functions, including development, operations, marketing, and franchising.
• Liaises between corporate and franchise partners to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• Optimizes franchise business performance to drive long‑term growth and increase franchisee value.
• Identifies and develops opportunities for franchisee expansion and new business development.
• Manages Projects for New Market Entry
• Leads planning and execution for new country or market entries.
• Develops strategic proposals for growth and evaluates opportunities in complementary markets.
• Oversees project timelines and coordinates cross‑functional actions required for market openings.
• Collaborates with various departments including Finance, Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain.
• Improves Restaurant Operations
• Identifies root causes of operational challenges across franchise organizations.
• Implements improvements through business reviews, action plans, and regular performance check‑ins.
• Coaches franchisees to enhance guest satisfaction, service speed, and profitability.
• Supports operational excellence through tools and tactics designed to increase sales and maintain high standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• More than 5 years of relevant professional experience.
• Preferred background in Business, Operations, Consultancy, or Finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Fluency in English and Portuguese required; Advanced in Spanish.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams and high‑level stakeholders is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Analytical Thinking – Evaluates complex relationships to propose logical and impactful solutions.
• Business Acumen – Applies business management techniques and market knowledge to influence performance.
• Communication – Confidently shares tactical information across functions and adapts based on audience needs.
• Relationship Building – Establishes and maintains strong internal and external partnerships.
• Problem Solving – Recommends and executes changes to improve operational and organizational performance.
• Project Management – Develops and manages timelines, ensuring appropriate resource allocation and follow‑through.
• Coaching & Development – Provides feedback and development support to peers and franchisees.
• Innovation & Process Improvement – Continuously reevaluates current processes to identify efficiency opportunities.

Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness.

We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation.