Manager, Alignment

McDonald's Corporation•Irving, TX

3d•$115,872 - $144,840

About The Position

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 Field Manager of Alignment and Orchestration will work with the Field Vice Presidents (FVP) as a critical organizer and gatekeeper. The successful candidate will be a charismatic networker and attuned listener with the ability to work collaboratively to manage competing priorities among stakeholder groups. A strong background in project management, along with experience directing organizations and programs, is preferred. This person will oversee a diverse range of projects and initiatives, including all logistics, event planning, calendaring for the field leadership team, and coordination of strategic communications with a wide array of internal and external stakeholders. Will report to the Field Vice President and have a dotted line to the National Chief of Staff. Will have administrative coordinators as direct reports iption here.

Requirements

Self-starter with a strong sense of initiative, focused on results; ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and, at times, within ambiguous and undefined circumstances
Proven ability to exercise good judgment, handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer/client service and response
The ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while being flexible, collaborative, and deadline driven
Excellent communicator with ability to adapt & simplify messaging for various audiences & levels in the organization
Demonstrated ability with change management, including enterprise-level communication and partner engagement
Ability to build trust with the Franchisees to establish productive work relationships
Ability to travel within a set geography

Responsibilities

Drive coordination, communication, and commitment of strategic vision, key priorities, and performance outcomes for the Field Office, ensuring clarity, alignment, and advocacy.
Manage agenda and logistics for leadership meetings.
Take notes and communicate action items at each strategic meeting.
Lead and coordinate leadership presentations (example: Field Leadership Team, Field Alignment Council)
Establish rhythm of performance management and narrative routines with Andrew and Dave to prepare for QBRs and the planning cycle.
Calendaring across Field Office objectives to allow for feasible attendance by all major stakeholders.
Foster relationships, influence, and advocacy amongst Operator Leadership Team, with key responsibility of stewarding relationship and ways of working with FAC
Improve and streamline boardroom to crew room communication by working closely with internal communications, trimester planning teams, and FAC advisors
Drive energy and outcomes through coordination of Field Office major milestones and events (SLT Visits, Max Growth, Summit, FAC Kick Off, and FAC in-person meetings)
Manage a team of high-performing administrators to effectively and efficiently manage logistics, budget, and coordination of meetings and events.

Benefits

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).
This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

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