Director, Function Enablement COE

Company: McDonald's Corporation
Location: Chicago
Posted on: March 31, 2025

Job Description:

Company Description:McDonald's is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald's remains one of the world's leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.At McDonald's, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.Job Description:McDonald's has set an ambition to become a Global Indirect Sourcing and Procurement leader. To make this happen, we are standing up a new Global Indirect Sourcing and Procurement Organization (IS&P). This organization will help McDonald's to better use our scale and unlock sustainable value for our company and communities. We are redefining our Indirect Sourcing and Procurement capabilities, processes, solutions, and ways of working to create One McDonald's Way of buying Indirect goods and services responsibly.This role presents an exceptional career opportunity to be a part of this journey as the Function Enablement COE Director/Lead. This role will oversee the development and implementation of indirect sourcing and procurement policies, ensuring alignment with corporate governance, functional strategy, compliance, and sustainability goals.This role will oversee policy management, supplier sustainability, and governance across the Sourcing and Procurement Operations components of IS&P. The role is responsible for collaborating horizontally across the entire IS&P team to ensure seamless communication and alignment on strategic objectives and initiatives. It is expected that this individual will drive Indirect Sourcing & Procurement supplier sustainability (ESG) initiatives, in alignment with Corporate objectives and ethical standards ensuring IS&P adheres to established policies and regulations. The role will collaborate with internal partners and external suppliers to create a compliant and sustainable supply chain.Responsibilities:

• Responsible for driving strategic capabilities for IS&P, including development of performance standards and metrics, management information and governance frameworks, policy frameworks, ESG initiatives, PMO playbooks, financial reporting, etc.
• Manage a team that is responsible for functional governance, sustainability (ESG) and policy management. Mentor the COE team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and supply chain, to ensure alignment and support for procurement initiatives.
• Work closely with internal departments (e.g., legal, compliance, finance, and operations) to align procurement policies and sustainability goals with broader organizational strategies.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for innovation and process improvement in procurement practices.
• Identify training needs and work with L&D to develop programs that enhance Procurement skilling in the organization.
• Support project management activities, ensuring all central initiatives are tracked and monitored for the function.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging regulations, and standard methodologies in procurement, sustainability, and governance to drive innovation and competitiveness.Qualifications:
  • Minimum 4-year degree, MBA preferred.
  • 7+ years of relevant experience with Business or Supply Chain background, preferably in a Global landscape.
  • 3+ years experience leading teams and managing multiple projects.
  • Experience in conducting influential discussions with executive leaders.
  • Skills: Strategic Thinking, Executive Presence / Communications, Stakeholder Management, Mentoring and Coaching, Project Management.Additional Information:Benefits eligible: YesBonus eligible: YesLong term incentive eligible: YesThe expected salary range for this role is $168,350 - $218,860 per yearThe 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.McDonald's is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald's provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.
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