Sr. Analyst, Culinary, Burger King, LAC

About the role

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 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.

The Sr. Analyst, Food Innovation, will play a crucial role in driving food innovation and supporting product development, commercialization, and ingredient standardization. This position is responsible for partnering with suppliers and cross-functional teams to develop, commercialize, and launch new products and enhance existing menu items. The role requires a strong foundation in food science, technical product development, and project management, along with a collaborative approach to manage food innovation projects from concept to market launch.

RBI follows a 5 day, in-office work schedule to support collaboration. Successful candidates will be expected to work onsite 5 days per week.

Roles and Responsibilities

Product Development & Commercialization

• Oversee the development and launch of new food items from concept through market launch, including sample screening, product specifications, and product approval.
• Manage ingredient specifications, collaborating with suppliers to ensure quality standards, regulatory compliance, and consistency.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance) and external suppliers to bring new products to market and resolve any issues with existing products.
• Conduct test kitchen operations, including sample evaluations and culinary support for product launches.

Innovation & Consumer Insight Integration

• Support concept and product testing, gathering consumer insights to validate and refine innovation ideas and respond to market trends.
• Act as a brand guardian, ensuring compliance with product standards and brand guidelines across markets.
• Use technical expertise to enhance product attributes such as flavor, texture, color, nutritional value, and convenience, adapting to consumer feedback and regional trends.

Project Management & Cross-functional Collaboration

• Develop and manage reports that highlight project progress, key performance indicators (KPIs), and strategic insights to stakeholders.
• Communicate complex technical information to cross-functional teams, providing transparency on project status and technical challenges.
• Manage multiple projects with strategic planning, tracking metrics, and troubleshooting issues as they arise to ensure timely, successful project completion.
• Travel to production facilities during initial production runs and market tests to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Nutrition, or related field, or equivalent culinary experience.
• Experience:
• 2-5 years in product innovation, food production, or food commercialization, preferably in a food manufacturing, restaurant, or FMCG environment.
• Proven experience in product development, commercialization, and managing supplier relationships.
• Strong technical background in food processing, manufacturing practices, and analytical testing.
• Skills:
• Advanced project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to diverse audiences and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Fluent in English; additional language skills are an asset.
• Competencies:
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Leadership and strategic planning skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and respond to changing priorities.
• Travel Requirement: Up to 40% travel may be required for production facility visits and collaborative projects.

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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.

RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.