Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

Associate Manager, Market Planning

Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Irvine • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $99,200 - $125,000 per year

About the role

  • Analyze store performance, trade area dynamics, competitive landscape, and market trends to uncover actionable insights.
  • Deliver thoughtful recommendations that influence development priorities and long-term strategy.
  • Support leadership with scenario modeling and impact assessments to guide investment decisions.
  • Partner with field development teams and franchisees to evaluate trade area opportunities and provide data-backed guidance.
  • Facilitate alignment between corporate strategy and local market execution.
  • Collaborate with external partners to refine sales forecasting models and mobile impact projections.
  • Drive improvements in analytical tools to enhance accuracy and usability for field and franchise teams.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience working in real estate development from a research/analysis/financial perspective
  • BA required; economics, business, applied geography, real estate
  • Proficient in financial metrics with experience working with financial models and forecasts
  • Effective communicator who can present complex findings in a clear and complete manner
  • Experience managing a team and/or vendors and building an inclusive culture
  • Experienced in real estate development models using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies such as ESRI, MapInfo, Site Intel or other related mapping systems is a plus
  • Experience in data mining and geospatial analytics using Alteryx or related software is a plus
  • Ability to independently problem solve while leveraging multiple data sets
Benefits
  • Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday
  • Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
  • Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)
  • Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash,
  • Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
  • Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
  • Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
  • 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
  • Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
  • Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many __good benefits to name__
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Soft Skills
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