New Product & Promotions Program Manager

McClement Management Group; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McClement is seeking a New Product & Promotions Project Manager in Chicago to lead supply chain strategy and execution for new menu items and promotions. You will partner with McDonald's, suppliers, and logistics providers to ensure launches are on time, on budget, and meet high quality standards.

The role requires strategic thinking, collaboration, and a proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Mathematics, Science, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of experience in Supply Chain, Food Manufacturing, Food Commercialization, Restaurant Operations, or the Food Service industry.
• Strong project management experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects while meeting aggressive timelines.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience developing strategic plans and managing organizational changes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply strategies supporting new product launches and promotional events.
• Lead cross-functional project teams from planning through execution while ensuring timelines, milestones, and deliverables are achieved.
• Build comprehensive supply plans that ensure product availability throughout each promotion.
• Partner with logistics providers to optimize freight strategies and distribution plans.
• Develop supplier contingency plans that minimize business disruption and ensure uninterrupted supply.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational, financial, and brand risks throughout each project.
• Build trusted relationships with McDonald's, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to drive successful program execution.
• Serve as the primary liaison between suppliers and the McDonald's System while monitoring supplier performance and compliance.
• Lead issue resolution and communicate solutions to key stakeholders across the System.
• Secure leadership approval for capital investments associated with assigned projects.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for assigned product categories.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve supply chain efficiency, execution, and overall performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Project management

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Job description

McClement is seeking a New Product & Promotions Project Manager in Chicago to lead supply chain strategy and execution for new menu items and promotions. You will partner with McDonald's, suppliers, and logistics providers to ensure launches are on time, on budget, and meet high quality standards.

The role requires strategic thinking, collaboration, and a proven ability to manage multiple complex initiatives in a fast-paced environment.