Manager, Portfolio Transformation

The Manager – Portfolio Transformation is responsible for supporting execution of restaurant portfolio optimization initiatives, transaction activities, and transformation programs across multiple Inspire brands. Reporting to the Director – Portfolio Transformation, this role manages day-to-day project execution, develops analyses, coordinates stakeholders , drives accountability , and supports delivery of program objectives.

The role requires strong analytical skills, project management capabilities, financial acumen, process discipline, and the ability to coordinate work across multiple functions in a fast-paced environment.   T he responsibilities and designated percentages are subject to change from month to month as events arise and priorities shift.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project   & Program   Management ( 5 0%)

- Translate portfolio transformation strategies into detailed project plans, workstreams, deliverables, and execution milestones.

- Maintain program management tools, reporting, documentation, and status updates.

- Track risks, issues, decisions, and dependencies across active projects.

- Coordinate recurring governance meetings and cross-functional working sessions.

- Produce executive-ready materials and support preparation of leadership communications.

- Assist with process improvement initiatives and implementation of standardized tools and templates.

- Maintain transaction files, diligence repositories, governance documentation, decision logs, and program records.

Separation Management Office & Portfolio Dispositions ( 30 %)

- Coordinate execution activities , information gathering, and deliverables   associated with restaurant transactions and portfolio optimization initiatives.

- Develop financial analyses, business case support, and scenario modeling for transaction evaluations.

- Manage project plans, action   item/RAID   logs, milestones, and stakeholder communications across active transactions.

- Prepare diligence materials, data requests, lease summaries, contract inventories, and transaction documentation.

- Support closing activities and post-close transition requirements.

Portfolio Strategy ( 1 5%)

- Conduct portfolio analyses to assess restaurant performance and identify optimization opportunities.

- Prepare analyses related to operating performance, unit economics, development commitments, lease obligations, facilities requirements, and technology considerations.

- Maintain portfolio tracking tools, dashboards, and performance reporting.

- Develop supporting analyses and materials for portfolio review discussions and leadership presentations.

- Assist with   strategic   evaluation of disposition, acquisition, opening, closure, and rebranding opportunities.

Other ( 5 %)

- Support ad - hoc financial, strategic, and operational analyses.

- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to gather information and advance project objectives.

- Contribute to development and maintenance of best practices, procedures, knowledge repositories , and playbooks/training materials.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business,   Engineering,   or related field

Preferred: MBA or Master’s degree

- 4–7 +   years of experience in   consulting, strategy, transformation,   finance, corporate development, project management, or related fields.

- Project management (PMO)   and stakeholder coordination experience manifesting in the   ability to   work across cross-functional teams   and   manag e   multiple concurrent projects or workstreams .

- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to communicate findings clearly to business stakeholders and prepare concise leadership-ready materials , executive-level presentations, and analyses.

- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, financial analysis tools, and project management tools   (e.g. Asana) .

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,300 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide. We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.