Sr. Manager, Category Management , Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, US

Ready to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world. Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities. RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Job Summary The Sr. Manager, Category US, will partner with the Director of Category to develop a multi‑year strategy including product category development, product and occasion positioning and cross‑functional strategy throughout the marketing campaign life cycle. The Sr. Manager will be asked to identify key marketing brand priorities for the year and contribute to developing a market plan to achieve these goals. This includes working with franchise partners in developing their marketing calendars to drive sales and brand initiatives to deliver against our business and brand goals. This individual will also manage a direct report, including guiding the development of their capabilities across brand marketing functions and setting up a value‑driven team culture. RBI follows a 5 day, in‑office work schedule to support collaboration. Candidates should be comfortable working onsite 5 days per week. Roles & Responsibilities Identifies occasions within the market, including dayparts, party size, dining demands and menu architecture opportunities. Contributes to strategic planning, implementation of campaigns, competitive analysis and periodic reviews for occasions within PLK long‑term growth strategy. Provides support to franchisees and field employees, as well as marketing and operations functions. Collaborates with various cross‑functional departments such as Operations, Marketing Analytics, Insights, Media, PR, Communications, Digital, Supply Chain and Legal to manage categories, calendar and sales activations. Creates executive presentations for strategic projects in a logical and well‑thought‑out manner, including a stage gate approval process for initiative progression. Ensures projects are completed on time and within budget. Skills & Qualifications 5+ years of experience in brand marketing; QSR/Foodservice/CPG a plus. Effective communicator, both written, verbal and through presentations. Articulates concepts in a clear, structured and succinct manner, adjusted for the audience. Results‑driven with a bias for action and commitment to excellence. Acts with a sense of urgency. Strong collaboration skills, with experience working cross‑functionally and with external partners. Excellent project management, organizational, and multitasking abilities. Analytical mindset with experience leveraging data to drive decisions and optimize performance. Previous experience with negotiation and partnership’s projects is a plus. Benefits #popeyes Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support. EEO Statement Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr 3500 Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Inc