Sr. Analyst, Culinary, Burger King, LAC

Restaurant Brands International•Miami, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (RBI) is a global leader in the quick-service restaurant industry, owning iconic brands like Burger King. RBI is seeking a Sr. Analyst, Food Innovation to drive food innovation and support product development, commercialization, and ingredient standardization. This role involves partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams to develop, commercialize, and launch new products and enhance existing menu items. The position requires a strong background in food science, technical product development, and project management, with a collaborative approach to manage food innovation projects from concept to market launch. RBI emphasizes a collaborative, in-office work schedule, requiring successful candidates to work onsite 5 days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, or related field, or equivalent culinary experience.
2-5 years in product innovation, food production, or food commercialization, preferably in a food manufacturing, restaurant, or FMCG environment.
Proven experience in product development, commercialization, and managing supplier relationships.
Strong technical background in food processing, manufacturing practices, and analytical testing.
Advanced project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Fluent in English.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Leadership and strategic planning skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and respond to changing priorities.

Nice To Haves

Additional language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

Oversee the development and launch of new food items from concept through market launch, including sample screening, product specifications, and product approval.
Manage ingredient specifications, collaborating with suppliers to ensure quality standards, regulatory compliance, and consistency.
Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance) and external suppliers to bring new products to market and resolve any issues with existing products.
Conduct test kitchen operations, including sample evaluations and culinary support for product launches.
Support concept and product testing, gathering consumer insights to validate and refine innovation ideas and respond to market trends.
Act as a brand guardian, ensuring compliance with product standards and brand guidelines across markets.
Use technical expertise to enhance product attributes such as flavor, texture, color, nutritional value, and convenience, adapting to consumer feedback and regional trends.
Develop and manage reports that highlight project progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and strategic insights to stakeholders.
Communicate complex technical information to cross-functional teams, providing transparency on project status and technical challenges.
Manage multiple projects with strategic planning, tracking metrics, and troubleshooting issues as they arise to ensure timely, successful project completion.
Travel to production facilities during initial production runs and market tests to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.