Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200 restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42 million fans each week around the globe. We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands. 

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.

We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we’re Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. 

About the Job:

Join Taco Bell where innovation meets tradition in our approach to product growth and marketing. We're looking for a highly motivated Senior Manager, Strategic Finance to lead our Marketing Analysis team within the Finance department. This role is pivotal in shaping our product promotions and permanent menu growth layers, ensuring long-term profitability and market leadership. The ideal candidate is not only skilled in finance and strategic thinking but also a visionary leader with high EQ and a profound understanding of business dynamics. This role is ideal for someone with a great attitude who is passionate to make an impact on the business. They need to bridge the gap between finance and other business functions, ensuring that every financial decision supports Taco Bell’s broader business objectives.

The Day-to-Day:

• Lead a dynamic team of three in conducting comprehensive financial and strategic analysis related to product cost of sales, promotional testing, and sales forecasting.
• Act as a strategic advisor across multiple departments, including Marketing, Digital, Operations, Supply Chain and FIT, to drive insightful commercial strategies that optimize sales and profits.
• Craft and refine the business model for future menu items and growth layers, influencing Taco Bell’s long-term growth objectives.
• Develop and present compelling business cases and strategic presentations to senior management and key stakeholders, aligning cross-functional teams with financial insights.
• Manage the creation of national sales mix forecasts, collaborating closely with the Supply Chain team to identify potential risks and formulate mitigation strategies.
• Perform ad-hoc analysis on menu performance, delivering actionable insights and financial guidance to enhance business decisions.
• Coach and mentor your team, focusing on skill development and career progression, while managing cross-functional relationships and priorities.

Is This You?

• BA required; analytical degree preferred (e.g., Economics, Mathematics, Engineering); advanced degree or certification (e.g., MBA, CFA) is a plus.
• A minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in Corporate Finance, Consulting, Investment Banking, or similar insights-driven roles.
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing people, with at least 3 years in a managerial capacity.
• Experience in educating and aligning cross-functional teams around financial strategies.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, coupled with a strong finance and strategic background.
• High proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of crafting and delivering presentations to executive-level stakeholders, including franchise partners.
• Strong internal motivation, intellectual curiosity, and a resourceful nature with a proven ability to develop business cases and financial strategies.
• Outstanding organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons 
• Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) 
• Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, 
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions 
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering 
• Tuition reimbursement and education benefits 
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name 

Salary Range: ­­$134,900 to $170,280 annually bonus eligibility benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! 

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.

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