Sourcing Program Lead - Licensed Toys & Merch, Burger King
Restaurant Brands International
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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.
RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.
RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.
Job Overview:
We are seeking a Program Lead to drive the future of our Family & Young Guests marketing program at Burger King across International Markets (EMEA, LAC, APAC). This high-impact role will lead the development and sourcing of strategic agreements with licensing partners, marketing agencies, and toy & merchandise suppliers.
As a core pillar of Burger King's marketing and sales activation strategy, this program plays a critical role in driving brand growth and engagement with younger audiences.
This is a 12-month contract position with the potential to convert into a full-time role. The position reports to the Senior Director, Marketing, Burger King, International, and is accountable to the Procurement Director for key deliverables.
Your roles and responsibilities:
Lead global sourcing strategy for toys and merchandise across 100+ markets, including supplier network management and contract optimization.
Establish, own and manage high-value supplier agreements (>$1M), ensuring alignment with business growth and brand objectives.
Monitor market trends and identify opportunities to build future-ready capabilities that resonate with young guests and emerging consumer behaviors.
Oversee agency partnerships for licensing and creative development, ensuring impactful marketing partnerships for kids, Gen Alpha and Gen Z audiences.
Act as the primary point of contact for supplier and agency negotiations, as well as issue resolution.
Your skills & experience:
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or buying in a regional or global context.
Experience in toys & merchandise categories is a strong advantage.
Familiarity with marketing programs involving licensing, product development, and manufacturing is highly desirable.
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven mindset.
Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
Background in QSR (Quick Service Restaurants) or franchise-based business models is a plus.
Fluent in English.
Comfortable working remotely and traveling across EMEA as needed.
Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.
Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.