Manager, Operations Excellence (Tools COE)

McDonald's Corporation

Manager, Operations Excellence (Tools COE)

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    This role will be a part of Operations Excellence and will report to Hiring Manager

    This role is responsible for ensuring that we use the right tools to enhance business processes, drive efficiency, and enable innovation across teams. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of tools and technologies relevant to our industry, experience in change management, and a passion for leading cross-functional teamwork.

    Responsibilities & Accountabilities:

    The role expects the resource to perform the following functions:

    • Develop and own the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Tools COE to ensure alignment with the organization’s overall goals and objectives.
    • Evaluate, select, and recommend tools that meet the EPP organization across People, Finance and Supply chain departments, ensuring best practices and industry standards are followed.
    • Establish governance frameworks and guidelines for tool usage, ensuring consistency, compliance, and maximum return on investment.
    • Develop training programs and materials to educate users on the effective use of tools, improving adoption and efficiency.
    • Partner with team members in EPP departments to understand their needs and ensure the tool's portfolio supports their objectives.
    • Communicate effectively with collaborators at all levels, providing updates on tool performance, benefits, and return on investment.

    Benefits eligible: Yes
    Bonus eligible: Yes
    Long term incentive eligible: Yes
    The expected salary range for this role is $112860 - $143900 per year
    The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience and other job-related factors.

  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Basic Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, ITIL) is a plus.
    • Proven experience (5+ years) in managing technology tools, digital transformation, or leading a Center of Excellence team.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Strong understanding of industry-standard tools, software solutions, and technology trends.
    • Exceptional project management skills with a track record of successful tool implementation and process improvement.
    • Experience in stakeholder management, change management, and driving cross-functional collaboration.
    • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and inspire teams at all levels of the organization.

    Additional Information

    Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

    Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

    Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

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