Analyst, Development

Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands. 

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.   

We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más.

At Taco Bell, we’re Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. 

About the Job:

The SD&A team is responsible for driving Taco Bell growth and shareholder value via strategic asset and capital management. On this team, the Analyst, Development will support North American Development in driving restaurant growth through data analysis, project coordination, site identification, and cross-functional collaboration.

This role is ideal for individuals with strong analytical skills, attention to detail, comfort turning facts into recommendations, a passion for learning, and a desire to contribute to team success. The Analyst will report to the Manager, Development.

The Day-to-Day:

• Support development and the presentation of new site projects to CDO, COO, and CFO, by gathering, analyzing, and presenting data related to new restaurant sites, asset strategy, and growth initiatives.
• Assist in preparing materials for capital approval and executive presentations.
• Attend bi-weekly cross-functional Development calls (A&D, real estate, legal, construction, SD&A, Ops), helping to drive discussions around site highlights, opportunities, and action items.
• Conduct research and analysis on market trends, competitor activity, and new test concepts.
• Support decision-making through ad hoc analysis pertaining to individual franchisees, equity assets, trade areas, etc.
• Coordinate with Real Estate, Construction, Architecture & Design, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure timely completion of project milestones and early identification of watchouts.

Is This You?

• BS / BA degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or Real Estate; CPA or MBA preferred, or equivalent experience; Real Estate license a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in financial / professional services, or real estate fields, preferably in the multi-unit retail / restaurant industry; Development-related experience, ideally with financial modeling, valuations, broker relations, or M&A a plus.
• Internally motivated, exhibiting strong analytical skills, intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and desire to have a large impact on our organization.
• Superb interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to partner well with other team members and interface effectively with all levels of management.
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to work independently and multi-task in a complex, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.
• High proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required with ability and eagerness to learn new systems (Alteryx, Power BI, Copilot, AI applications).
• Comfort reviewing and understanding financial statements and other legal documents.

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons 
• Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building) 
• Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, carwash, 
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions 
• Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering 
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program 
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting 
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
• Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name 

Salary Range: ­­$86,300 to $94,200 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we'll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! 

Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.  

 

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Employment eligibility to work with Taco Bell in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for this position.

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