Unit Retail Execution Partner, Full Time

Role Overview

The Unit Retail Execution Partner (UREP) is a hands-on leader responsible for driving Like-for-Like (LFL) and Same Store Sales (SSS) growth across the business. This role provides leadership in execution, ensuring disciplined performance management, operational excellence, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute the national retail execution strategy to deliver targeted sales growth across defined regional accounts
• Collaborate with Culinary, Marketing, Brands, and Operations to implement sales-driving initiatives
• Ensure consistent, measurable execution in the field per the assigned KPIs aligned to growth priorities
• Build a culture rooted in execution excellence and data-driven results
• Set clear objectives and ensure alignment with sector priorities
• Work with clients and Operations to create and execute the Monthly Marketing Calendar for Dining Commons and retail units
• Plan and execute engagement activities as required
• Develop a marketing plan for Meal Plan and Value Pack sales
• Build and execute social media content / campaigns for various outlets
• Produce and maintain marketing assets across various channels
• Manage marketing budget and expense tracking

Reporting & Accountability

• Execute audits once a week, highlighting sales performance, gaps, and opportunities
• Review dashboards to close off action items; sales performance gaps, and identified opportunities
• Leverage the LFL and Retail Dashboards, to understand strengths and areas for improvement with governed action plans
• Build and manage the account support schedule for retail outlet and dining halls and high-priority initiatives

Key Competencies

• Strong retail business acumen
• Exceptional leadership and cross-collaboration skills
• Ability to inspire, coach, and develop front line associates
• Excellent communication and influencing skills with account operations
• Data-driven decision-making and analysis capabilities
• Balance of strategic planning with hands-on execution
• Agility in high-volume environments

Think you have what it takes to be our Unit Retail Execution Partner? We’re committed to hiring the best talent for the role. Here’s how we’ll know you are the best fit:

• Minimum of 3 years in Retail Food Services Marketing
• University or college degree in Marketing or General Business
• Creative, strategic thinker with demonstrated success in a marketing role
• Strong retail, sales and customer focus
• Excellent written and verbal communication and analytical skills
• Proficient computer skills including PowerPoint, Excel, strong social media, media trends and innovation
• Detail oriented and proven organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work equally well independently and collaboratively with a team
• Helpful, positive, can-do attitude