Manager - Enterprise Strategy & Transformation

Wingstop•Dallas, TX

About The Position

Wingstop is seeking a Manager, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation to help establish and operationalize its newly formed Transformation Office. Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Strategy & Transformation, the role will build processes, governance, and operating rhythms that translate enterprise strategy into measurable business outcomes. As project lead for Wingstop’s enterprise transformation portfolio, the Manager will create structure, visibility, and accountability for high-priority initiatives. The role works cross-functionally with business leaders to establish project management frameworks, align stakeholders on priorities and milestones, identify risks and dependencies, and drive execution from planning through implementation. This is a hands-on, collaborative opportunity to build a new enterprise capability. The position calls for strategic thinking, program management expertise, and an entrepreneurial mindset, including the ability to navigate ambiguity, influence without direct authority, and balance long-term transformation objectives with practical execution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance, Strategy, or a related field.
5–7 years of experience in project management, program management, business transformation, strategy development, or management consulting.
Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives from planning through execution.
Experience establishing or improving PMO processes, governance, reporting, and project management frameworks.
Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and measurable business outcomes.
Experience influencing stakeholders and driving accountability across teams without direct authority.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and executive presentation skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel, for executive reporting, business analysis, and presentations.
Experience with project and portfolio management tools such as Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Asana, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
Experience developing project dashboards, tracking KPIs, and reporting on milestones, risks, dependencies, and business outcomes.

Nice To Haves

MBA or advanced degree in Business Administration, Strategy, or a related discipline.
Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), or similar project/program management certification.
Experience supporting enterprise transformation, organizational change, or large-scale strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

Design, launch, and run the Transformation PMO, including governance, intake and prioritization processes, standard tools, templates, and reporting.
Maintain an integrated enterprise roadmap and portfolio view of transformation initiatives, including scope, milestones, owners, dependencies, resources, and status.
Run the portfolio operating rhythm, including steering committees, workstream check-ins, and executive status reviews.
Prepare portfolio dashboards and executive updates for the Chief Transformation Officer, Senior Director, and Executive Leadership Team.
Lead cross-functional workstreams from kickoff through implementation, partnering with leaders in Marketing, Operations, Finance, Technology, Development, Supply Chain, People, and International.
Translate strategic priorities into project charters, work plans, success metrics, and accountabilities.
Identify risks, issues, and interdependencies; drive resolution and escalate with recommended options when needed.
Hold workstream owners accountable to commitments while maintaining collaborative relationships.
Establish project and program management standards and coach initiative leaders on effective execution.
Capture lessons learned and continuously improve PMO operations.
Track progress against KPIs, timing, and deliverables.
Support annual strategic planning and quarterly business reviews with analysis, materials, and logistics.