Global Menu Engineering Specialist — Quality and Sourcing

🏢 ABOUT THE COMPANY

Wendy's is the world's third-largest quick-service hamburger chain with over 6900 locations in more than 30 countries. Founded in 1969 in Columbus, Ohio, our mission is to be the 'Best Fast Food Restaurant Company in Every Market We Serve.' With a commitment to quality, freshness, and flavor, we strive to create an exceptional customer experience. Our company culture emphasizes teamwork, respect, and fun, making us an exciting and dynamic place to work.

🎯 ROLE OVERVIEW

As our new Global Menu Engineering Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in driving the quality and sourcing of our menu items. Reporting directly to the Senior Director of Quality and Sourcing, you will be responsible for leading cross-functional teams to develop and implement new menu items, improve existing menu offerings, and optimize our food supply chain. Your impact will be seen across the globe, ensuring that every Wendy's customer enjoys a consistently high-quality dining experience.

📋 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

. Develop and maintain comprehensive understanding of consumer trends, food industry regulations, and competitor activity to inform menu strategy and innovation.

. Collaborate with culinary teams to design and launch new menu items, ensuring alignment with brand positioning, customer preferences, and operational feasibility.

. Lead cost-benefit analysis and value engineering projects to optimize menu pricing, reduce costs, and enhance profitability.

. Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with quality, sustainability, and social responsibility standards.

. Identify and implement opportunities to improve food safety, quality, and efficiency throughout the supply chain.

. Develop and implement training programs for culinary staff, focusing on menu knowledge, preparation techniques, and customer service excellence.

. Analyze consumer feedback, menu performance metrics, and market research to inform business decisions and drive menu evolution.

. Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify opportunities for menu innovation and differentiation.

. Collaborate with marketing teams to develop compelling menu promotions, limited-time offers, and brand campaigns.

✅ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or related field.

. Minimum 5 years of experience in food industry, with a focus on menu development, supply chain management, or quality assurance.

. Proven track record of driving menu innovation, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency.

. Strong understanding of global food industry trends, regulations, and competitor activity.

. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

. Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders.

. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with expertise in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

. Familiarity with food safety, quality, and sustainability standards (e.g., HACCP, SQF, BRC).

. Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredient interactions, and menu engineering principles.

. Ability to travel up to 20% of the time for meetings, training, and supplier visits.

⭐ PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

. Master's degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Culinary Arts, or related field.

. Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., ERP, WMS).

. Certification in food safety, quality, or sustainability (e.g., CFS, HACCP, SQF).

. Familiarity with marketing and branding principles.

. Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).

💰 WHAT WE OFFER

Wendy's offers a competitive salary range of €55,000 - €75,000 per year, depending on experience.

. Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

. Retirement plan with company match and employee contributions.

. Generous vacation package, including 20 days off per year.

. Dedicated learning and development budget for professional growth and certifications.

. Hybrid work arrangement, with flexibility to work from home and office.

. Team culture that emphasizes respect, teamwork, and fun.

. Opportunities for career growth and advancement within the company.

👥 ABOUT THE TEAM

Our team of 10 Global Menu Engineering Specialists is a dynamic, collaborative group of professionals dedicated to driving menu innovation and quality. We work closely with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure that every menu item meets our high standards of quality, freshness, and flavor. Recent wins include the successful launch of our signature Baconator sandwich and the development of a new plant-based menu option.

📨 HOW TO APPLY

If you are a motivated and experienced food industry professional looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. We look forward to hearing from you!

📋 Job Details

Job Type	🌐 Remote
Location	Remote, DE
Address	Lindenstraße 12, 10178
Salary	EUR 55,000 – 70,000 / year
Industry	General
Company	Wendy's
Valid Until	2026-09-14

📨 How to Apply

Submit your updated CV and a brief cover letter to Wendy's. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 2 weeks of applying.