Analyst, Strategy

The Strategy Analyst will be a key member of our team, partnering with senior leaders to ensure our strategies are executed effectively. This role requires a blend of analytical, project management, and communication skills to deliver impactful results. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategy, consulting, or project management, with a proven ability to drive initiatives and tell compelling stories with data.

Who We Are

Founded in 1958, Pizza Hut - a subsidiary of Yum! Brands, Inc. - now operates more than 18,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries. Pizza Hut is leading the way in providing customers with great experiences, innovating with technology and new products, as well as delivering exceptional service.

Our People & Culture

We're looking for people who LOVE pizza and thrive in a fun, past paced, and customer-centric environment. At our corporate campuses, Pizza Hut has created the perfect place for you to grow your career. Every day, you’ll work to support our franchisees and teams across the U.S., continuously challenging yourself to feed more possibilities. In return, we’ll provide professional development and career growth opportunities so that you can become your best and achieve your goals. And we’ll sweeten the deal by immersing you in our world-class recognition culture and providing a robust array of benefits, some highlights include:

• Hybrid work schedule and year-round half day Fridays
• Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
• Onsite dining center
• Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
• 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
• Tuition reimbursement and education benefits
• Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
• 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum!
• Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care

Giving Back

As a global company, Pizza Hut aims to make the world better by acting responsibly with respect to food, planet and people. Whether it’s donating food through the Harvest Program or supporting literacy with the Pizza Hut BOOK IT! Program – the company, our franchisees and our team members are committed to improving the communities we serve.

Pizza Hut is an equal opportunity workplace and committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

• Analyze operational and financial data to identify trends and insights.
• Build data-driven recommendations to guide business decisions.
• Maintain performance trackers and reports for ongoing initiatives.
• Support end-to-end execution of strategic projects, managing timelines and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and provide status updates to leadership.
• Develop clear, engaging presentations and materials for leadership discussions.
• Translate data into actionable recommendations through strategic storytelling.
• Provide thought partnership to senior leaders on tactical and strategic priorities.
• Contribute to a collaborative team culture; sharing feedback and ideas that help evolve team systems and ways of working.
• Embrace a learning mindset, adapting quickly to drive results.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, finance, or project management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven track record of creating high-quality presentations.
• Comfortable working with all levels of the organization, from executives to individual contributors.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in ambiguous situations, defining milestones independently.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for driving impact.
• A growth mindset and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly.
• Ability to work in our Plano, TX office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a product-driven organization.
• Experience using Monday.com

Salary Range: $96,700 to $102,420 annually + bonus eligibility. This is the expected salary range for this position. Ultimately, in determining pay, we'll consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.