Strategy & Business Planning Coordinator

McDonald’s; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is seeking a Supply Chain Coordinator in Westminster to ensure smooth operations within the Supply Chain Strategy & Business Planning team. The role involves coordinating planning milestones, managing calendars, and maintaining stakeholder communications. Ideal for someone with strong organisational and communication skills, this position offers competitive salary, flexible benefits, and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days paid holiday

Wellness benefits

Access to gym

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Confident ownership and initiative in assignments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Eagerness to learn and grow within the company.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating planning milestones and tracking deliverables.
• Managing departmental calendars and organising events.
• Maintaining stakeholder maps and contact lists.
• Delivering clear internal communications on deadlines.
• Providing support across purchasing, sustainability, and logistics.

Skills

Go-getter attitude

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Curious mindset

Job description

Join our Supply Chain Strategy & Business Planning team and become the gatekeeper for the department, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time. You’ll work closely with the Supply Chain Leadership Team (SLT) to keep strategic projects on track.

• Coordinating planning milestones and tracking strategic deliverables, including Key Performance Indicators (KPI)/ Objectives and Key Results (OKR) reporting and governance submissions.
• Managing departmental calendars and organising major events such as Supplier Conferences, away days, and leadership engagements.
• Maintaining stakeholder maps and contact lists across suppliers, franchisees, and internal teams.
• Delivering clear, inclusive internal communications on deadlines, events, and departmental updates.
• Providing flexible support across sub‑functional areas such as purchasing, sustainability, quality, and logistics.

This is a high‑exposure role, perfect for someone who wants to build consulting and analytical skills while contributing to projects that shape the future of McDonald’s UK & Ireland. Summer Fridays allow our Corporate Careers teams to finish early, every Friday, during the summer months.

• A go‑getter attitude with confidence to take ownership and make things happen.
• Strong organisational skills and diligence to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A curious mindset and eagerness to learn, ideal for someone early in their career looking to grow.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills to foster collaboration across teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and interest in project/change management frameworks.
• A self‑starter approach, thriving in a fast‑paced environment and comfortable working independently.

What You’ll Get

• Access to industry‑leading training and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture, where your ideas are valued.
• Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including bonus, cash allowance, free parking, lunch, and gym access.
• 28 days paid holiday annually for full‑time office employees, plus 2 months sabbatical for every 10 years of service.
• Wellness benefits: access to wellbeing resources, mental health support, and initiatives designed to help you feel your best at work and beyond.
• Pension & Life Assurance: access our stakeholder pension scheme alongside Life Assurance coverage if you contribute a minimum of 3%.
• Employee discounts covering a range of retailers and services across the UK, and an on‑site gym at our Head Office.
• Hybrid working model: 3 days in the office to foster collaboration and 2 days remote to support work/life balance.