Director, Menu Strategy & Development Position Available In Middlesex, Massachusetts

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Company:
Panera Bread
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

Job Purpose The Menu Strategy and Development Director is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and execution of the menu strategy across assigned platforms. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure that menu offerings align with brand identity, guest preferences, and market trends.

Location:

Newton, MA/hybrid Duties & Responsibilities The primary responsibilities of this job include, but are not limited to:

Platform Ownership and Management:

Lead the strategy, inception, validation, launch, and lifecycle management of key individual platforms. Ensure platforms align with company goals and deliver value to stakeholders.

Define Growth Strategies:
Growth Focus:

Define strategies to drive growth across guest segments, product categories, value offerings, and dayparts.

Customer Focus:

Increase frequency of existing customers and attract new customers.

Market Analysis:

Develop a deep understanding of competitive categories and strategic positioning.

Oversight and Support:

Provide guidance and support to managers, ensuring they have the resources and direction needed to succeed. Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

Continuously monitor platform performance, using data-driven insights to inform decisions. Prepare and present regular performance reports to senior leadership.

Opportunity Identification and Execution:

Identify opportunities for platform enhancements and new initiatives. Provide actionable recommendations and lead the execution of approved projects.

Talent Development:

Develop a talent bench, preparing high-potential team members for growth into Director-level roles. Mentor and coach team members, fostering their professional development. Qualifications (Education & Experience) Qualifications include: Located in the Boston Metro Area – hybrid model with 3 days/week in the Newton, MA office Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. 8+ years of proven experience in marketing strategy, menu/product development, and cross-functional team collaboration Preference for past experience in the food service and/or consumer goods industries. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Creative thinking and a passion for food trends and innovation. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Working Conditions Required travel – Physical Requirements While performing this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, talk hear & use hands and fingers to operate keyboards Direct Reports This position will have approximately 1-3 direct reports.

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