Sr Manager, Corporate Strategy

McDonald's; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 153,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Stock / equity

Job summary

McDonald’s Global Technology is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy to drive strategic growth initiatives, shape long-term direction, and support enterprise-wide priorities. This role partners with senior leaders, leads complex projects, and influences decision-making at the highest levels.

The position requires 6+ years in strategy/finance/consulting, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong analytical and Excel modeling skills, with executive communication experience in global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 6+ years of experience in strategy, finance, consulting, or related fields.
• Proven track record of leading complex projects and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; strong Excel modeling required.
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills.
• Experience working in global organizations and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to operate with autonomy and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, ownership, and enterprise mindset.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Executive communication

Leadership

Autonomy

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel modeling

Job description

Company Description:

McDonald’s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway.

McDonald’s Global Technology is here to power tomorrow’s feel-good moments.

That’s why you’ll find us at the forefront of transformative technology, exploring new and innovative ways to serve our millions of customers and spread happiness one delicious Hot Fudge Sundae-dipped fry at a time.Using AI, robotics and emerging tech, we’re digitizing the Golden Arches. Combine that with our unparalleled global scale, and we’re reshaping all areas of the business, industry and every community that is home to a McDonald’s restaurant.We face complex tech challenges every day. But that’s where our diverse and talented teams come in. They’re made up of the best and brightest from all over the globe, and they thrive in the space where feel-good meets fast-paced.

Check out the McDonald’s Global Technology Technical Blog to learn how technology and our global team are directly enabling the Accelerating the Arches strategy.

Department Overview

The Senior Manager, Corporate Strategy is a key role responsible for driving strategic growth initiatives, shaping long-term business direction, and supporting enterprise-wide priorities. This role partners with senior leaders, leads complex special projects, and influences decision-making at the highest levels. The Senior Manager operates with significant autonomy, representing the Corporate Strategy function in cross-functional forums and delivering high-impact solutions that advance organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 6+ years of experience in strategy, finance, consulting, or related fields
• Proven track record of leading complex projects and influencing senior stakeholders
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; strong Excel modeling required
• Executive-level communication and presentation skills
• Experience working in global organizations and cross-functional teams
• Ability to operate with autonomy and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated leadership, ownership, and enterprise mindset

Compensation

Bonus Eligible: No

Long - Term Incentive: Yes

Benefits Eligible: Yes

The position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is$152,678.00 -$190,847.00 per year The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Additional Information:

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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