Sr. Project Lead, Upstream Production And Menu Simplification

The Sr. Project Lead is responsible for serving as the Supply Chain project manager and sourcing lead for a portfolio of new Menu Process Simplification and Upstream Production projects (aimed at reducing Chick-fil-A Restaurant’s operational complexity), spanning all phases of Chick-fil-A’s innovation process (Understand, Imagine, Prototype, Validate, Launch). Working closely with key cross-functional (Menu Category Leaders, Culinary Developers, Commercialization Leads, Legal, etc.) and departmental stakeholders (e.g., Sourcing, Supplier Quality & Safety, Supply Planning & Logistics, Distribution), the Sr. Project Lead will influence scopes, timelines, budgets, and objectives in accordance with Supply Chain capabilities; identify, vet, and contract suppliers to ensure food safety, continuity, quality, and stewardship objectives are met and tradeoffs are aligned upon organizationally. Manage supplier performance, ensure seamless implementation of solutions into the field, and transition to core Supply Chain operations.
Our Flexible Future model offers a healthy mix of working in person and virtually, strengthening key elements of the Chick-fil-A culture by fostering collaboration and community.
Responsibilities

• Bring potential new products/technology from suppliers to attention of stakeholders
• Report project status to key stakeholders and leadership, escalating high risk situations as needed Execute seamless, disruption-free implementation of tests and rollouts
• Influence supplier selection in line with sourcing strategy
• Lead development agreement negotiation as necessary working with supplier and legal counsel both internal and external to CFA
• Lead interactions with potential suppliers to determine capacity, quality & budget required to successfully Launch programs
• Ensure project tasks are clearly communicated and executed on time
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the organization
• Identify suppliers that can meet need, vet capabilities to serve the brand, solicit samples/prototypes, provide feedback from business evaluation and communicate budgetary targets and timelines

Minimum Qualifications

• Organized with attention to detail and follow up
• Ability to work collaboratively at all levels and to influence stakeholders throughout the organization
• Ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks while working under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Able to anticipate needs, lead multiple projects, collaborate in a team environment, and manage shifting priorities
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills
• Excellent communication skills including verbal, written and presentation
• Ability to problem solve
• 3-5 years proven project management experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercialization experience
• Financial acumen and experience in negotiating complex legal terms
• Advanced proficiency with Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams, and Sharepoint
• Supply Chain or purchasing education, experience, or certifications
• 3+ years project management or project coordination
• Project management education or certification

Minimum Years Of Experience
3
Travel Requirements
10%
Required Level Of Education
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Level Of Education
Bachelors Degree
Major/Concentration
ENGINEERING, SUPPLY CHAIN, OR RELATED
Minimum GPA (4.0 Scale)
3.0