Director, US Equipment Supply Chain

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

The US Equipment Supply Chain Director will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of McDonald’s Supply Chain through visionary leadership and innovative solutions that will improve the quality of restaurant kitchen equipment and equipment service.  This position resides within the North America Supply Chain organization, supporting Global Supply Chain strategic objectives and the flawless execution of US business plans.

The Director will lead a team of four (4) responsible for coordinating the national deployment of new equipment, assuring equipment supply for new restaurants, improving equipment service capabilities, and evaluating the performance of equipment suppliers.  A key aspect of this role involves standing up new equipment management capabilities, ensuring procurement best practices, establishing targets suppliers that drive accountability, and negotiating pricing contracts and service agreements with suppliers that generate value for the restaurants. This position will be responsible for setting team strategy, determining category priorities, and directing work plans for initiatives to achieve exceptional results.

Reporting to the US Supply Chain Operations Senior Director, the Director will collaborate with a diverse team of direct reports, as well as Global and National cross functional partners, including, Menu Management, Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Global Engineering, Finance, Safety, Marketing, Franchisees, and a network of Equipment and Parts Suppliers.  This leadership role demands a strategic problem solver with a proven track record delivering positive business outcomes, who is passionate about developing future leaders, building strong team culture while demonstrating the ability navigate the complexities of a global supply chain and global brand.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Lead the development of comprehensive project pipelines to support US Business strategic initiatives, while setting team priorities.
• Execute Global Supply Chain Strategy to drive equipment advancements and strengthen supply resiliency through contingency readiness and proactive planning in the US Market

• Leverage data and insights to drive US adoption of global solutions and serve as a thought partner to share local/national solutions that can be scaled globally.  

• Lead complex negotiations, deal structuring, and supplier selection processes, providing expert judgment to improve value and mitigate risks for US equipment.
• Drive the effective deployment of procurement strategies and service agreements with suppliers, leveraging global partners to ensure compliance.
• Communicate progress toward achieving critical milestones to senior leadership, ensuring visibility and support for equipment initiatives.
• Develop diverse talent with the skills and capabilities to lead supply chain today and in the future.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $168,350 – $218,860 / 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in business management supply chain management, or related subject area is required.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, or commensurate project management or deployment experience in related functions with a demonstrated track record of success.
• Prior experience in a role with responsibility for team performance and development is required, showcasing strong people management skills and the ability to mentor and grow talent within the organization.
• Certifications related to project management, supply chain, or industry-specific expertise (e.g., CPSM, PMP) are beneficial and will be considered an asset in this role.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to think strategically and analytically to tackle complex, poorly defined problems and deliver innovative solutions that drive business value.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to create and present a compelling business narrative.  
• Skilled at bringing the team Vision to life by equipping direct reports to confidently make decisions that support transformational goals.
• Able to coach teams to align activities with business goals and priorities.
• Capable of fostering leadership skills within the team to ensure a pipeline of future leaders.
• Growth-mindset with the ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders including suppliers, franchisees, and cross-functional partners.

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

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.

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