Why Wendys
When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasnt like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If youre looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand - We got you.
As a member of the Technology Project and Portfolio Governance leadership team, this role works cross-functionally within all areas of Technology, the strategic delivery management, and standardization of Project management methodology. This position plays a key role in the development and adoption of standards, templates, and processes for effective project management and delivery in both Agile and Waterfall teams.
By continuously monitoring and evaluating the performance of various IT projects during their execution, they ensure that investments are continuing on track and that any potential issues are identified and addressed in a timely manner. This involves a combination of financial acumen, technical knowledge, risk mitigation, and escalation measures. This role is responsible for establishing the critical processes and delivery methodology tools in support of the enterprises strategic initiatives, providing business value across the Wendys Brand.
This role will serve as a center of excellence, providing thought leadership, best practices, research, and adoption support for all things related to technology project and program management.
Responsibilities
Work closely with the Project Management Office, Technology Leadership teams, product, and project managers within IT to define and align on updated processes, templates, and tools used for effective delivery of all Technology projects and programs.
Contributes and fosters the adoption of an overall PMO strategic roadmap and processes, translating the PMO organizational vision into tactical tasks, initiatives, updated processes, templates, and tools.
Facilitate the tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) and progress of key initiatives and assist the leadership team in the preparation of materials for stakeholders.
Establishes monitors and measures Project and Program status communication plan effectiveness for Technology leadership and senior business leadership.
Accountable to Steering Committees for ensuring communication of progress towards enterprise-strategic goals, including but not limited to overall Program roadmap status, budget tracking, and resource allocation for specific programs.
Define, develop, and implement capacity management and improve resource allocation visibility through processes and tools that align with delivery models within teams.
Ensure effective utilization of resources and budget to efficient program execution.
Cross Functional Resource Management
Confirms resource availability and allocation for specific program needs.
Requests and manages external program/project management resources as required and budgeted for flex project needs.
Monitors partner resource performance and provides feedback.
Responsible for Project Management focused external partner relationships, contracts, invoicing, and payment.
What We Expect from You
Expected Work Location
In Office
It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendys Restaurant Support Center, RSC 1, Dave Thomas Blvd, Dublin, OH 43017, or at other locations as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 4 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs.
About Wendys
Wendys was built on the premise Quality is our Recipe, which remains the guidepost of the Wendys system. Today, Wendys and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide, with a vision of becoming the worlds most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.
Benefits
The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidates job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position.
The target annual bonus for this role is 20% of annualized base salary based on actual company and personal performance.
Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits. Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match, and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website, www.wendysbenefits.com.
Note
Wendys benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and where appropriate may be subject to Board approval and individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendys benefits, bonus, and other incentives.
Wendys retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion in accordance with applicable plans, policies, and laws.
Travel
10% Pay Range
$105,000.00 - $184,000.00 Annually
Wendys is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Apply Now Share
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PO BOX 256 Dublin, Ohio 43017