Sr Director, Global Technology Strategy & Planning (Chicago) Job at McDonald's, Chicago, IL

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  • McDonald's
  • Chicago, IL

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The Senior Director, Global Technology Strategy & Performance will report to the VP, Global Technology Strategy & Planning and serve as a strategic partner to the Global CIO and Global Technology leadership team. This role is responsible for shaping long-term technology strategy, aligning with enterprise planning, driving performance management (KPIs, OKRs, metrics), and leading executive-level communications and business reviews. The role requires a strong presence, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate complex strategies into compelling narratives for senior stakeholders.

Duties

Department Overview

The Senior Director, Global Technology Strategy & Performance will report to the VP, Global Technology Strategy & Planning and serve as a strategic partner to the Global CIO and Global Technology leadership team. This role is responsible for shaping long-term technology strategy, aligning with enterprise planning, driving performance management (KPIs, OKRs, metrics), and leading executive-level communications and business reviews. The role requires a strong presence, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate complex strategies into compelling narratives for senior stakeholders.

Duties
  • Lead the development and execution of long-range strategic plans in partnership with the Global CIO and Strategy & Planning teams.
  • Drive the performance management agenda across Global Technology, including the definition, tracking, and reporting of KPIs, OKRs, and other success metrics.
  • Serve as the architect and facilitator of Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), ensuring alignment, accountability, and visibility across the organization.
  • Build and deliver high-impact executive presentations and strategic narratives for senior leadership forums, board updates, and global CIO communications.
  • Partner with Finance, HR, and Strategy teams to ensure strategic initiatives are resourced, sequenced, and measured effectively.
  • Lead a team of strategy and performance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • Establish and maintain strategic operating rhythms, including annual planning, mid-year reviews, and strategic offsites.
  • Monitor industry trends, competitive benchmarks, and emerging technologies to inform strategic direction and innovation opportunities.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insights and recommendations that shape enterprise-wide technology decisions.
  • Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and operational execution through close collaboration with Operations Excellence, Product, and Engineering teams.
  • Lead a high performing team of directors and managers – provide strategic vision for the department while also balancing near-term deliverables
  • Ensure professional development, performance management, and succession planning activities to build and retain a high-performing team
  • Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture that aligns with the organization's values and mission
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Business, Technology, or related field preferred.
  • 15+ years of experience in technology strategy, performance management, or enterprise planning roles.
  • Proven track record of leading strategic planning and performance management in a global, matrixed organization.
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with experience preparing materials for C-level audiences.
  • Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without authority.
  • Strong organizational skills to manage deadlines, communicate strategy, and ensure readiness for strategic objectives
  • Structured and methodical, yet adaptable to changing needs and innovation
  • Experience working across diverse teams and enabling change
  • Deep understanding of technology trends, digital transformation, and innovation frameworks.
  • Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), Smartsheet, and performance dashboards.
  • Comfortable working across global, hybrid, and virtual teams

Nice to Haves

  • Experience in the QSR industry
  • Familiarity with the McDonald’s business model and global market dynamics.
  • Experience working with external consultants and managing strategic partnerships.
Compensation

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Long - Term Incentive: Yes

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Salary Range

$193k-$251k

Competencies Execution Proficiency Background & Values Strategic Proficiency Building Blocks Talent Proficiency

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Director

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Information Technology
  • Industries

    Restaurants

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