Sr. Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Ready to make your mark at an iconic global powerhouse? Join Yum! Brands - the parent company behind KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill - be a part of our reinvention for Greater Growth. We are a culture-driven company where innovation, collaboration, and passion fuel everything we do. We’re seeking talented individuals to make a difference across our global business. Whether you’re just starting out or stepping into leadership, you’ll help shape our future by delivering results that matter and bringing your smart, heart, and courage to the table. If you’re ready to grow with a company that values curiosity, high performance, and meaningful work—join us. Let’s build the future of Yum! together! About the Job: Join Yum! Brands as our Sr. Manager, Delivery Partnerships, serving as the enterprise-wide expert on third‑party delivery economics and commercial strategy. In this high‑impact role, you will independently lead advanced financial modeling, develop global delivery frameworks, and advise senior leaders across Finance, Strategy, Digital, Legal, and our global Brand teams. You will translate complex platform economics, contract structures, and industry dynamics into clear, actionable insights that influence long‑range delivery strategy and enterprise decision‑making. You’ll operate as a trusted internal consultant and strategic thought partner, supporting critical negotiations and shaping Yum!’s global delivery posture. This position is based in Plano, TX, operating in a hybrid model with required in‑office days Tuesday through Thursday. Salary Range: $142,500 - $168,000 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job‑related factors. Responsibilities Serve as Yum!’s enterprise expert on delivery partnership economics and commercial structures, advising senior leaders and shaping long‑term delivery strategy. Lead advanced, multi‑market financial modeling to evaluate delivery economics, P&L impact, scenario risk, and strategic trade‑offs. Provide independent financial judgment on major delivery initiatives, partnerships, and structural decisions across the enterprise. Develop and evolve global financial and commercial frameworks—including pricing structures, incentives, performance metrics, and economic thresholds. Establish enterprise standards for evaluating delivery contract economics and ensuring compliance with Yum!’s governance expectations. Translate complex financial and commercial analyses into clear, executive‑ready insights that guide investment decisions and negotiation strategy. Lead cross‑functional strategy discussions and create concise, executive‑ready materials that frame risks, trade‑offs, and recommendations. Manage and develop one direct report, providing ongoing coaching and strategic direction. Participate in enterprise councils and forums where delivery strategy intersects with digital and commercial priorities. Monitor delivery industry trends, benchmark partnership economics, and surface insights that shape Yum!’s long‑term delivery posture. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Accounting, or a related discipline. 10+ years of experience in finance, strategy, consulting, commercial partnerships, investment banking, FP&A, or similarly complex analytical roles. Demonstrated ability to independently drive enterprise‑level decisions involving complex financial and contractual trade‑offs. Proven experience building and interpreting advanced, multi‑market P&L and scenario models. Strong commercial judgment and executive‑level communication skills. Track record of success in ambiguous, low‑precedent environments. Preferred Experience in delivery, marketplaces, digital commerce, or QSR ecosystems. Experience supporting global partnership negotiations or joint business planning. Familiarity with contract lifecycle management or enterprise analytics tools. Advanced degree or certification (MBA, CFA, or equivalent). Employees (and their eligible family members) may enroll in the following types of insurance coverage: medical, dental, vision, legal, and accidental death and dismemberment, as well as FSA/HSA (depending on enrolled medical plan). Yum! also provides short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance. Employees may enroll in our 401(k) plan. Yum! provides 4 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a floating day off and 2 paid days for volunteer time each calendar year. To learn more about working at Yum! - Click here. At Yum!, one of our core values is to Believe in ALL People. This means seeing the value in everyone and unlocking their full potential to be their best self. YUM! Brands, Inc. (including its subsidiaries Yum Restaurant Services Group, LLC (“YRSG”) and Yum Connect, LLC (“Yum Digital and Technology”) (collectively, “Yum”) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic. Yum! is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs. US Job Seekers/Employees - Click here to view the “Know Your Rights” poster and supplement and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement. This posting will be open for a minimum of two weeks. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected. Beware of fake job postings using Yum! and/or our brand logos -- KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill -- on fraudulent sites. Yum! Brands only posts jobs on official career pages and never asks for money during onboarding. Avoid unsolicited contacts via Telegram, WhatsApp or similar social apps. Job Info Job Identification 4713 Posting Date 01/27/2026, 06:32 PM Degree Level Bachelor's Degree Job Schedule Full time Locations Plano, TX, United States (Hybrid) #J-18808-Ljbffr