Sr. Manager, Growth Strategy & Operations

KFC Corporation; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Onsite childcare

401(k) with matching

Medical & Dental benefits

Job summary

KFC Corporation in Irvine, California is looking for a Sr. Manager, Growth Marketing for beverages to lead the strategic planning and execution of Taco Bell's new beverage concept, Live Mas Café. This role requires strong leadership skills, a marketing acumen, and operational experience.

The ideal candidate should have at least 8 years of experience in brand marketing, with minimum 3 years in management. The role offers a hybrid work schedule, generous parental leave, and competitive healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8+ years in Brand/Product Marketing or Strategic Planning.
• At least 3 years in a management/leadership role.
• Experience in CPG or QSR is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning for Live Mas Café.
• Manage international expansion and local partnerships.
• Develop and execute marketing playbooks.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Collaboration

Project management

Marketing acumen

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Job

The Sr. Manager, Growth Marketing for beverages is responsible for leading strategic planning, commercial scaling and implementation of Taco Bell’s new break-through beverage concept Live Mas Café. This role is a blend of strategic ownership and market expansion, with high visibility to executive leadership and high accountability. Success in the position will be demonstrated through exceptional leadership skills, a strong marketing acumen and proven operational experience with an understanding of how to scale new concepts successfully.

The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial with a builder mindset; he/she must be comfortable with ambiguity, bring a distinct POV, and execute effectively in a fast-paced environment. This person can inspire enterprise teams, drive ideas to action, all while continually measuring and optimizing efforts to accelerate growth and business impact.

The Day‑to‑Day

• Lead the strategic planning & execution of the 3-5 year commercial scaling plans for Live Mas Café.
• Build a framework to integrate all beverage innovation (national + Live Mas Café) into one calendar and lead teams for strategic planning & execution of calendar.
• Manage the international expansion and model of Live Mas Café globally, serving as the strategy lead while partnering with local business units and local international team.
• Manage non‑traditional Live Mas Café openings and formats in the US, leveraging scalable solutions where available and creating new ways executing as needed.
• Build, align, manage and deploy a Live Mas Café operations playbook that the organization can leverage to drive efficiencies with scale.
• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with key franchisee partners who have invested in the Live Mas Café concept.
• Partner with Live Mas Café brand & product marketing teams to build and execute a remodel playbook, mitigating impact from remodel downtime and launching new cafés with success.
• Lead key cross‑functional teams to deliver a consumer‑led experience at Live Mas Café – some teams include: Consumer Insights, Operations, Food Innovation Team, Finance, Architecture & Development, Insights & Analytics, and more.

Is this you?

• Bachelor's Degree required; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience including 3 years’ experience in Brand Marketing, Product Marketing, and/or Strategic Planning roles (CPG or QSR preferred).
• Minimum 3 years in a management/leadership role.
• Experience in multi‑channel retail industry and / or franchised business is a plus.
• Strong strategic thinking and storytelling abilities.
• Experience working with and leading cross‑functional teams and agency partners.
• Strong influence and collaboration skills are a must to navigate a highly matrixed organization.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and planning skills.
• Self‑motivated, intellectually curious, and a strong drive for results.

Work‑Hard, Play‑Hard

• Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year‑round flex day Friday.
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
• Onsite dining center and game room.
• Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash.
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program.
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting.
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
• Discounts, free food, swag and many more.

Salary Range: $158,000 to $175,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits.

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job‑related factors.

Work Authorization Notice: Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.

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