Equipment Manager - Global

Travel: 20-30% (including International)

Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

We are seeking an experienced supply chain professional to join our team as an Equipment Manager
- Global. This position will reside within Global Supply Chain Management and the Field & Supply Chain Services group within McClement Supply Chain. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a dynamic and growing function that directly contributes to the performance and continued success of McDonald's Global business.

In this role, you will lead the execution of category strategies for restaurant equipment and other miscellaneous categories supporting McDonald's Global business. You will be responsible for driving the day-to-day workplan, partnering closely with suppliers and third-party procurement partners, and ensuring the continued effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain.

This highly collaborative position works across Supply Chain, Global and Home Office teams, Field partners, suppliers, third-party supply chain partners, and Operator leadership committees to turn strategy into action and deliver measurable business results.

• Lead the management of a third-party procurement organization responsible for the day-to-day execution of operational and miscellaneous supply categories.
• Develop and execute category strategies focused on improving cost efficiency, operational effectiveness, and overall value.
• Lead supplier meetings, quarterly business reviews, initiative prioritization, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Drive collaboration and communication across McDonald's, cross-functional teams, suppliers, and key stakeholders to ensure alignment, accountability, and successful execution of strategic initiatives.
• Identify and monitor cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations related to equipment and category changes.
• Ensure timely and accurate category pricing reporting and provide pricing projections to Finance as needed.
• Establish and cultivate strong relationships with Global, Home Office, Field, third-party supply chain partners, and Operator leadership.
• Develop and deliver presentations to leadership regarding new initiatives, recommendations, and concepts.
• Support the development and deployment of Field communications as needed.
• Define, align, execute, and communicate key research initiatives in support of category objectives.

• Establish and monitor supplier performance measures, KPIs, and Reward for Excellence targets.
• Develop and maintain competitive validation reporting.
• Review and monitor supplier contingency and business continuity plans.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for teams requiring guidance or support related to assigned categories.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with national suppliers, Field partners, third-party supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Promote supplier accountability, continuous improvement, and strong overall performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field required.
• 5-8 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a related function.
• Working knowledge of procurement best practices, including supplier negotiation, selection, evaluation, management, and development.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience managing supplier relationships and category strategies.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills with the ability to identify issues, evaluate opportunities, and recommend actionable solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex information and recommendations clearly and concisely to leadership.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities,…