Manager, Supply Chain Field Services

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Date: Jul 20, 2026

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60607

Company: McDonald's Corporation

Company Description: 

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. 

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements. 

Department Overview

The Logistics Budget Manager is responsible for assisting with the financial planning, budgeting, and cost control activities within logistics and supply chain operations. This role ensures accurate forecasting, efficient budget management, and alignment with organizational financial goals while supporting distribution center (DC) performance and logistics initiatives.

Duties

Budget Planning & Management

  • Management and review of the annual logistics and distribution center budgets and reporting to meet deadlines established by US Finance for F&P projections.
  • Communication of annual DC markup with all stakeholders
  • Distribution of annual distributor Reward for Excellence (RFE) targets
  •  Recovery and rebate analysis and communication to field office leadership, owner operators, and distributors
  • Monitor budget performance, identify variances, and identify corrective actions.
  • Partner with field supply chain managers to ensure alignment with organizational targets.
  • Review monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting processes and quarterly business reviews.
  • Annual review and distribution of all distributors pricing protocol

Cost Control & Optimization

  • Analyze logistics costs (transportation, warehousing, administration, etc.) to identify savings opportunities.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost efficiency across logistics operations.
  • Evaluate cost impacts of new initiatives, vendor changes, or network adjustments.
  • Analysis and recommendations for network optimization and logistics initiatives
  • Planning and communication of new distribution center openings aligning with field supply chain managers

Financial Analysis & Reporting

  • Prepare financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost per case, freight spend, and DC operating expenses. Monitor and report DC service performance.
  • Provide insights and recommendations based on data analysis to support decision-making.
  • Work with the SCA team to continually improve DC reporting and budget tools.

Stakeholder Collaboration

  • Partner with supply chain, distribution teams, and suppliers to support logistics strategy.
  • Work closely with distribution centers to monitor budget adherence and performance.
  • Collaborate with external partners and suppliers to ensure cost transparency and accountability.
  • Support Field Supply Chain Manager with outer markets such Alaska, Guam, Saipan, and Hawaii.

Process Improvement & Compliance

  • Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Support audit processes and maintain accurate financial documentation.
  • Improve budgeting tools, templates, and reporting systems to enhance efficiency.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain finance, or budgeting/financial analysis.
  • Experience supporting distribution center or transportation operations preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Excel and financial systems
  • Ability to interpret complex data and translate into actionable insights.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.

Working Conditions

  • Hybrid office environment with occasional travel to distribution centers or vendor sites.
  • Cross-functional collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

What Success Looks Like

  • Consistently delivering accurate budgets and forecasts
  • Identifying and executing cost-saving opportunities
  • Enabling leadership to make data-driven logistics decisions

Compensation

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Long - Term Incentive: Yes

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $107,684.00 - $134,605.00 per year
 
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Additional Information: 

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance.

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance. 

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan. 

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 

McDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. 

Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment. 


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