Head of Business Strategy

Build a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future At Little Caesars, innovation is about creating breakthrough solutions that improve guest experience, enhance restaurant operations, generate franchisee value, and drive profitable growth. As Director, Innovation & Commercialization, you will identify, develop, test, and scale the next generation of access, channel & service solutions, business models, and operational capabilities that shape the future of the business. Reporting to the Vice President of Innovation, this leader will serve as a key catalyst for growth by managing a portfolio of strategic innovation initiatives focused on restaurant solutions, automation, delivery, operational excellence, and emerging business opportunities. Lead innovation initiatives from concept through commercialization, ensuring that promising ideas become scalable, franchisee‑ready solutions that improve operations, drive guest satisfaction, and create competitive advantage. This role combines strategic thinking, business case development, pilot execution, change management, and cross‑functional leadership to accelerate innovation across Little Caesars.

How You’ll Make an Impact Help build and execute an enterprise innovation roadmap in partnership with VP.

and evaluate their potential impact on restaurant operations and the corporate enterprise.

Prioritize innovation investments using financial, operational, and consumer impact criteria.

Develop business cases supporting new technologies, solutions, and business models.

Partner cross‑functionally with Operations, Franchise Services, IT, Supply Chain, Training, R&D, Equipment, Marketing, Finance, and Legal to ensure successful launches.

Build relationships with startups, technology providers, venture networks, incubators, universities, and industry organizations.

Coach team members on innovation methodologies, project management, commercialization, and stakeholder engagement.

Who You Are Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Technology, or related field, MBA preferred.

10+ years of progressive experience in innovation, commercialization, strategy, operations, consulting, product development, or technology leadership.

Experience developing and scaling new products, technologies, services, or business models.

Experience managing pilots, proof-of-concepts, and/or enterprise implementations.

QSR, retail, consumer products, logistics, technology, or franchise business experience preferred.

Competencies Strategic thinking and business acumen

Data‑driven decision making

Project and program management

Proficient with AI and computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point

Where You’ll Work A state‑of‑the‑art building with a modern‑day, open environment in the heart of The District Detroit. A colleague fitness center, work café and an outdoor patio with grills. Over 60 different meeting spaces to help promote a collaborative environment. Occasional travel (~25% of time)

Benefits and Perks Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Legal and counseling services

Flexible spending accounts

Disability benefits

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.