Manager, Franchisee Sourcing, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, US&C

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with over $40 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 30,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Job Summary:

The Manager, Sourcing will drive and execute sourcing strategies to expand franchisee (FZ) partnerships and strengthen development efforts. This role involves leading the strategic development and launch of programs designed to engage potential franchisees, supporting onboarding and transition processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure alignment with company standards and objectives.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and implement the sourcing strategy to attract new franchise partners, including developing a targeted marketing approach, leveraging CRM platforms, and organizing discovery days to engage prospective franchisees
• Development and Launch of Chicken Champions program to promote brand advocacy and excellence among franchisee candidates, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure program success.
• Update and enhance the onboarding guidebook for new franchisees, including the New Restaurant Opening (NRO) guidebook, ensuring it reflects current best practices and operational standards
• Onboarding of New FZs and transition of restaurants to buyer FZs in F2Fs to ensure alignment with company values and expectations.
• Coordination with Company Ops and Training team on Chicken Champs candidates.

​Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in sourcing, business development, or franchise management within the QSR industry.
• Strong project management skills with an ability to manage multiple programs and timelines.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, with a collaborative approach to working across departments.
• Knowledge of CRM platforms and other marketing tools is a plus

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Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.