Senior Associate Manager, Delivery Partnership

Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

Senior Associate Manager leading Taco Bell’s relationship with Uber Eats. Managing operations and strategic growth for the partnership across multiple internal teams.

Posted 4/21/2026full-timeIrvine • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $121,600 - $142,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for Uber Eats, managing communication and alignment with partner teams
Support development and execution of channel strategy, contributing insights and recommendations to optimize performance
Own co-marketing initiatives, including budget tracking, campaign briefings, and coordination with internal Marketing and Creative teams
Partner with Media to integrate Uber Eats initiatives into broader marketing plans and calendar moments
Lead and support joint business planning efforts, including quarterly business reviews and performance updates
Negotiate and support commercial terms, contracts and partnership agreements
Monitor and analyze channel performance, providing actionable insights to inform strategy and drive growth
Collaborate with internal Tech and Ops teams on platform enhancements and issue resolution
Coordinate and execute Uber Eats-specific tests, tracking results and identifying opportunities for optimization
Ensure Uber Eats initiatives are aligned with internal business priorities, timelines, and cross-functional objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required; concentration in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred
4–6 years of experience in marketing, partnerships, digital commerce, or account management
Experience managing or supporting external partners, with a track record of building strong relationships
Strong analytical skills, with experience leveraging data to inform strategy and measure performance
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Experience with third-party delivery platforms (e.g., Uber Eats, DoorDash, Grubhub) preferred
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Comfortable contributing to strategic discussions while executing day-to-day initiatives
High level of ownership, accountability, and proactive problem-solving mindset
Passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a willingness to test, learn, and scale new ideas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work schedule 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
Tuition reimbursement and education benefits
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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Hard Skills & Tools

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Soft Skills

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