Manager, Global Franchise Growth

Yum! Center for Global Franchise Excellence

Manager responsible for KFC's global franchise growth strategy. Partnering with senior leaders to design growth plans and support expansion in diverse international markets.

Posted 5/7/2026full-timePlano • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with Chief Development Officers and market leaders to design franchise growth plans that support KFC’s ambition to be the largest global QSR
Review market growth strategies and translate them into clear, executive-ready recommendations for senior leadership approval
Lead our Franchise Policy Committee responsible for reviewing and approving franchise growth incentives and investments
Build financial models and business cases to evaluate complex franchise incentives, development investments, and expansion scenarios
Travel across 150+ markets to identify best practices, strengthen relationships, and share learnings across the global system
Review and help assess prospective strategic franchisees, including evaluating strategic fit, growth potential, and long-term partnership value
Support select M&A-related work, including strategic assessment, financial analysis, and integration planning related to growth opportunities
Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Strategy, Legal, and market teams to align on development priorities for each of Yum’s 13 BMUs.
Help shape strategies that accelerate KFC’s global growth through strong, high-performing franchise partnerships

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in strategy, banking, finance, franchising, development, consulting, or another relevant business function
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to evaluate complex business opportunities and investment decisions
Ability to synthesize data and ambiguity into clear recommendations and practical actions
Strong communication and presentation skills, including experience preparing materials for senior leaders
Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders in a matrixed, global organization
Strong partnership mindset and the ability to build credibility across markets, leaders, and franchise partners
Comfort operating across diverse international markets and navigating complexity with sound judgment
Willingness to travel globally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and benefits package.
Opportunity to innovate within a global brand and make a significant impact.
Collaborative, fast-paced work environment with a focus on professional growth and development.

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Hard Skills & Tools

financial modelinganalytical skillsbusiness case developmentstrategic assessmentfinancial analysisintegration planning

Soft Skills

communication skillspresentation skillsinfluencing skillspartnership mindsetability to synthesize datajudgment