Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions, LLC, a Yum! Brands Co-op, is currently seeking a Restaurant Development Specialist to join the Restaurant Development Team in Louisville, KY. 

Overview of the Position:
This position manages restaurant development new build and remodel projects in support of Franchisees and/or Brands.  The Development Specialist works directly with the Franchise, General Contractor, Architect, Brand and Suppliers to enable successful and timely builds.

Essential Functions:
•  Amplifies relationships with Franchisees and/or Brands by managing restaurant new build and remodel projects.
•  Verifies integrity of plans and designs.
•  Completes take offs from the plans and designs.
•  Delivers accurate and timely quotes with supplier cost comparisons, influences to reduce store package cost and
   total cost of ownership.
•  Secures quote approvals.
•  Manages the customer build schedule, placing orders to ensure supplier-specific lead times accommodate required
   project timing.
•  Proactively identifies and resolves issues in partnership with Franchisees, General Contractors, the Brands, 
   architects, Suppliers, and Freight Carriers. 
•  Works collaboratively with Franchisees and the Brands to capture development plans and timelines to inform 
   forecasts. 
•  Partners with the extended team to identify and deliver process improvement in support of Franchisees, Brands, 
   and Suppliers. 
•  Utilizes all resources to deliver on time projects. 
•  Trusted advisor to Franchisee and Brand partners. 
•  Maintains project management data to ensure proper tracking and oversight of builds. 
•  Utilizes reporting to ensure on time delivery. 
•  Works with the S&OP team to provide order status and customer shipping information.
•  Builds and maintains proficiency in the use of ERP, PowerBI, SharePoint, and Knowledge Management Systems. 
•  Provides exceptional member support. Expert in equipment and asset product knowledge. 
•  Provides product technical information, as needed.
•  Proactively resolves member escalations and/or supplier issues.
•  Pursues on-going personal and professional development.
•  Assumes other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:
•  2 to 5 years of experience supporting field projects and/or material supply and/or 3 years of experience in 
   order fulfillment, sales support, customer service, warehouse, and/or supplier management. 
•  Restaurant or retail operational experience is preferred. 
•  A self-starter with an exceptional work ethic.
•  Ability to manage and juggle several complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
•  Prefer experience with restaurant equipment.
•  Prefer experience supporting field/construction/development projects.
•  Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
•  Excellent written and verbal skills.
•  Strong computer skills in Word, Excel, and Outlook.