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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.\nAt 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 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.\nDepartment Overview\nThis position will reside within McDonald’s Global Supply Chain under the Global Strategic Sourcing Services (GSSS) organization. The team is a dynamic, progressive department which contributes directly to the bottom-line performance of the company. Global Supply Chain consults with leaders throughout the company and supports initiatives that are driving McDonald’s into the future.\nDuties\nThe Global Equipment Category Supervisor will be responsible for developing and evolving Category Strategies and Core Suppliers to deliver a resilient and innovative supply chain that assures supply of cost-effective, reliable, and sustainable kitchen equipment. The individual will be accountable for supporting the Equipment Supply Chain Manager in the end-to-end category management of global core equipment, including category strategies, equipment development, equipment performance, aftersales service/support, and supplier management. Additionally, the individual will be responsible in supporting key supply chain initiatives, negotiating pricing and contracts, selecting and qualifying suppliers, risk management, setting product specifications/validation requirements, equipment reliability, sustainability initiatives, data analysis, and communication.\nThe individual will have ongoing focus on improving the quality of products, services, and performance of the equipment categories they manage while ensuring business requirements are fulfilled and value is optimized. In addition, this individual will provide support in developing and evolving the Equipment Team’s internal processes to drive efficiencies and structure to category management. The Equipment Supervisor will report to a GSSS Manager, and will work closely with Menu Management, Operations, Innovation, Legal, Supply Chain, Customer Experience, Safety, Marketing, Restaurant Design Group, Markets, Franchisees and Suppliers.\nResponsibilities include but not limited to:\nSupporting the Equipment Supply Chain Manager with their assigned equipment categories and suppliers through the following:\nResolving equipment issues and support needs for various cross-functional projects that support the global or local markets\nTranslating industry trends, customer needs and opportunity analysis to design equipment specifications and execute long-term category strategy opportunities\nCompleting necessary tasks to gather key supplier data (i.e. volumes, costs, product and service performance statistics, financial information, etc.)\nIdentifying supplier risks and formulating suggested mitigation strategies\nReviewing and approving vendor performance standards and measurements\nProviding input into annual category management strategies\nFacilitating critical issues on behalf of suppliers and internal/external partners\nProject management and execution support of category strategies, from equipment ideation, to testing protocols, to commercialization and deployment\nIndependently run assigned categories and supplier relationships\nNegotiation of pricing, service agreements, preventative maintenance programs, warranty, etc. with suppliers\nEnsure stock availability and inventory planning for new product releases and/or special programs\nUnderstanding of manufacturing and logistics processes\nManagement of McDonald’s and Supplier risk and liability, cost mitigation.\nCommunication of new product releases as per above negotiations with alignment from stakeholders\nCommunicate, evaluate, measure, and implement Supplier Expectations with supplier base\nServe as an advocate for the Owner / Operator, Company and Supplier by leading successful resolution of field issues and minimizing recurrence through process improvement.\nExecuting all necessary communications to ensure accurate and timely flow of information to internal customers, partners, and suppliers\nQualifications\nCritical Competencies and Experiences:Experience in effective communication via written and oral methods.\nStrong project management skills and experience in working with cross-functional teams. Multi-market engagement a plus.\nExperience in procurement standard methodologies such as sourcing, RFP processes including supplier negotiations, selection, evaluation, management, and development; must be able to demonstrate “hands-on” experience\nEffectively manages multiple projects and assignments. Product development experience a plus.\nThink critically to structure analyses and processes to solve poorly defined problems\nNegotiate to “grow the pie” and provide mutually helpful contracts and business relationships\nBuild positive working relationships both internally and externally to provide McDonald’s with goods and services at the lowest Total Cost of Ownership and lowest risk\nAble to problem solve and search for answers using internal and external network/sources\nOrganized and able to effectively handle several responsibilities/projects at once\nAbility to work independently as well as in a cross-functional team setting\nFosters collaboration and inclusion, highly energetic and team oriented\nProficient Microsoft Office skills\n\nPeople/Relationship Management:Able to develop and sustain relationships internally and externally with partners and suppliers, as well as being able to manage up, down and laterally in the organization\nCapable of leading, directing, supporting, and developing others\nCapable of working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams\nDemonstrated ability to self-start, resolving work steps based upon management direction\nAble to align own activities with group’s goals and strategies\nPossess natural curiosity, asking questions when necessary to understand a problem\nAble to lead through influence, establish credibility, and holistically represent the global equipment team to internal and external partners.\n\nEstimated Travel Up to 15%\nRequirements:\nJob Location: Chicago, IL - MHQ\nBachelor’s Degree required in business, supply chain, finance, engineering, or STEM fields. (Master's degree or MBA a plus)\nA minimum of 4 years’ experience in leading category strategies, supplier relationship management, sourcing initiatives, supply chain management, product development, engineering/purchasing or commensurate experience in related functions\nInternational experience a plus\nMcDonald's experience (operations, finance, business insights, equipment, engineering, supply chain) a plus\nIndustry Certifications (e.g. P.E., PMP, CPM, CSCP, etc.) is a plus\nCompensation\nBonus Eligible: No\nLong - Term Incentive: No\nBenefits Eligible: Yes\nSalary Range\nThe expected salary range for this role is $78,281.00 - $97,852.00 per year\nThe 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.\nAdditional Information:\nBenefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.\nBonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.\nLong term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.\nMcDonald’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.\nMcDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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