Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) Director

Our Consumer Products & Retail Business Unit are looking for an experienced Director QSR(Quick Service Restaurant)/ Foodservice to join the team.

We are Europes leading consultancy for QSR and Food and Beverage and have ambitions to build out our presence globally. Our focus is on advisory work focused on fast food coffee and food-on-the-go brands. We work with globally recognized clients across this space already as see North America as our most significant growth opportunity.

Location:New York / Chicago / North America

What you will be doing

• Lead Market Entry Strategies: Spearhead the development and execution of QSR market entry plans for US service brands focusing on fast food coffee and food-on-the-go sectors. You will conduct in-depth market analysis assess competitive positioning and tailor brand strategies to resonate with US consumer preferences and client objectives.
• Drive Business Development and Client Partnerships: Utilize your QSR consulting expertise and industry network to identify pursue and secure new client opportunities. You will advise clients on partnership models negotiate commercial terms and build enduring relationships that underpin sustainable growth in the US market.
• Deliver Client Solutions and Value:Work closely with QSR clients to understand their strategic goals diagnose challenges and co-create actionable solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Ensure all deliverables meet the highest standards for quality and client impact.
• Monitor Performance and Market Trends:Oversee the implementation of market entry initiatives track key performance indicators and proactively identify emerging trends regulatory changes and shifts in consumer behavior. Use these insights to refine strategies and ensure clients maintain a competitive edge.
• Collaborate Across Teams:Partner with colleagues and stakeholders to share insights leverage best practices and deliver integrated solutions that maximize value for clients.

Your skills and experience

• Extensive US Service Sector Experience:Demonstrable track record working with major US fast food coffee or food-on-the-go brands within the QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) industry
• Strategic Market Expansion:Proven ability to design and execute successful market entry or growth strategies in the US including identifying new business opportunities building go-to-market plans and overcoming market-specific challenges.
• Industry Network:Deep active network of contacts within the US service business sector particularly in QSR including relationships with key decision-makers at leading brands and potential partners.
• Client Acquisition & Relationship Management:Strong commercial acumen with a history of winning developing and retaining major accounts. Skilled at negotiating and closing high-value deals.
• Leadership & Team Building:Experience leading mentoring and developing high-performing teams with the ability to inspire and align diverse groups around a common vision.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:Ability to work cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders aligning objectives and driving projects to successful outcomes.
• Consulting/Advisory Experience (Desirable):Previous experience in a consulting or advisory role is advantageous particularly if it involved transformation or growth projects for service sector clients.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:Strong analytical mindset able to assess market data identify trends and develop actionable insights to inform business decisions.
• Cultural Awareness:Understanding of the nuances of US business culture and the ability to adapt approaches to suit different client environments.

What a career at Baringa will give you PuttingPeopleFirst.

Baringa is a People First company and wellbeing is at the forefront of our culture. We recognize the importance of work-life balance and flexible working and provide our staff amazing benefits. Some of these benefits include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance at no cost for employee-only coverage. These benefits utilize comprehensive networks to offer coverage throughout the United States
• Company-paid group term life short-term disability long-term disability and travel insurance
• Participation in our 401k retirement plan; we contribute 3% of your annual base salary and match up to an additional 2% if you contribute to the plan
• Ability to set aside pre-tax dollars toward commuter benefits Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account and Dep-care FSA
• Baringa People Fund an opportunity for every employee to manage their wellbeing through an activity of their choice outside of work
• Paid Parental leave of 16 weeks for primary caregivers
• Opportunities to grow your skills and knowledge through a range of learning courses and resources
• Five weeks annual leave with an additional two-week recharge after five years

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