Director - Brand Experience - Arby's

This role   is responsible for   leading   the brand experience strategy across end-to-end consumer   journey   and strategic marketing activities. This role will work closely with the   VP,   Brand Experience to develop the marketing annual strategic and tactical plan. The Director   – Brand Experience   will drive the full-bar (on and off-prem) business by enabling a wholistic view of the business, driving identification of business   objectives   and prioritization.    The rol e   will quarterback overall execution of brand plans, working   cross   - functionally,   and   vertically,   to deliver against topline goals.    Responsibilities: Collaborates with VP, Brand Experience and CMO to develop annual marketing plans   Accountable for   building and d irect ing   brand calendar strategy   utilizing   cross-functional inputs (e.g., LTOs, ops/marketing initiatives) to deliver business goals for year, month, week   Works cross-functionally to quarterback the execution of the   fully integrated   marketing calendar throughout the year     Manages Franchisee Association   meeting   and stakeholder guidance   Manages the performance and career growth of team   Requirements: 4 year Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Statistics, Social Science, etc Master's Degree Preferred 10+ Years of experience in Strategy, Marketing, Research, Data Analytics, Consulting, or related field Strategically-minded marketer with strong business acumen, including P&L fluency – a general manager mindset   Ability to translate complex business challenges into clear, simple strategies and executable plans   Program m anage ment   connecting strategy, timing, and cross-functional execution into a clear operating rhythm   Deep understanding of brand DNA, including but not limited to market size, competitive positioning, target consumer segments   Creative thinker and conceptual problem-solver who can unlock growth opportunities across the brand experience   Experience   in franchisee organization   Strong communication   skills and ability to speak and write concisely and effectively, adapting messages to a range of audiences   Self-starter and entrepreneurial leader who performs in a lean, fast-paced environment   Thrives in collaborative, matrixed, and cross-functional organization with strong ability to influence   Ability to develop and mentor others   High EQ, internally and with Franchisees   15% Travel Required   Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide. We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

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