Title: Manager, Performance & Forecasting 
Location: TBD
Compensation: $122,100 - $143,600

What You’ll Be Serving Up:

At KFC, we’re all about making sure our numbers are just as finger-lickin’ good as our chicken! As the Financial Performance Management Lead, you’ll be the go-to for sales forecasting, performance analysis, and financial reporting. You’ll leverage insights to support business decisions, drive profitability, and ensure we’re hitting our financial goals while keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.

Here’s How You’ll Spice Things Up:

Business Performance Management & Insights: Develop concise, actionable insights on promotions, tests, and overall business performance. Influence cross-functional partners with data-driven insights and keep an eye on economic trends that could impact KFC’s bottom line. Lead benchmarking against industry performance and manage weekly business discussions to stay ahead of targets. Sales Forecasting & Analysis: Own and deliver sales forecasts, from weekly updates to annual projections, keeping leadership in the loop on sales drivers, risks, and opportunities. Use advanced forecasting methods to ensure we’re always prepared for what’s coming next. Pricing & Profitability Management: Lead the charge on KFC’s national pricing strategy, providing recommendations and executing pricing changes that maximize profitability for our locations. Support to the CFO: Act as the go-to partner for KFC-USA’s CFO, providing thought leadership, analysis, and ad hoc reporting for leadership presentations and financial meetings.

What You Bring to the Table:

Education: Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Management required. M.B.A. preferred. Experience: Solid experience in financial modeling, data analysis, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning. Proficiency in consumer insights, analytics, and understanding market trends. Communication & Leadership: Strong written and oral communication skills with a knack for problem-solving and presenting to leadership. Tech Savvy: Must be proficient in Office Suite, with Power BI or similar experience being a plus. Strategic Thinker: Ability to use analytics to guide strategic decisions and influence stakeholders at all levels. Financial Expertise: Experience in financial reporting, planning, and a strong understanding of restaurant-level P&L’s.

What’s In It for You:

Impact: You’ll have a direct influence on KFC’s financial success, using your skills to drive performance and profitability across the U.S. operations. Your insights and expertise will help steer major decisions that affect both our bottom line and our customers' experiences. Career Growth: This role offers you the chance to work closely with senior leadership, providing you with exposure and visibility within KFC and Yum! Brands. You’ll build valuable relationships and gain insights into how a global brand operates, opening the door for future leadership opportunities. Innovation & Challenge: Every day presents a new challenge, whether it’s forecasting trends, refining pricing strategies, or developing ad hoc reports for our leadership team. You'll be using cutting-edge tools like Power BI and advanced forecasting techniques to push the boundaries and keep KFC ahead of the curve. Learning & Development: We believe in investing in our people, so you’ll have access to world-class learning opportunities, leadership development programs, and mentorship to ensure you’re continuously growing your skills and career. Collaboration & Team Spirit: Join a dynamic, passionate team that thrives on collaboration. You’ll work alongside talented colleagues from various departments, ensuring that together, we make KFC an even better place for our customers and team members alike. Recognition: Your contributions won’t go unnoticed. We celebrate wins—big or small—and reward our team members for driving success. At KFC, you’re more than just a number; you’re part of a family that values your hard work and dedication.

Join the KFC family and play a pivotal role in ensuring our financial success! If you’re ready to dive into the numbers and drive decisions that will shape the future of the brand, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

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