Senior Project Analyst

Description

Job Summary: The professional will be responsible for developing and analyzing Test Fits for new commercial locations, evaluating technical and architectural feasibility, and ensuring compliance with KFC brand standards and applicable legislation. Key Highlights: 1. Conduct development and analysis of Test Fits for new commercial locations 2. Ensure compliance with KFC brand standards and technical regulations 3. Support store opening decisions through technical analyses KFC's story began in 1930, when Colonel Sanders created the secret recipe that would give rise to the world's most delicious fried chicken. In 1952, the first franchise opened in the United States, marking the beginning of a journey that transformed KFC into one of the largest global fast-food icons—with over 5,000 restaurants across 120 countries and 14 million customers served daily. In Brazil, KFC already operates more than 230 restaurants across various regions, winning over Brazilian palates and establishing itself as one of the favorite brands in the segment. Even amid this expansion, we remain faithful to our essence: serving the best fried chicken—delicious, high-quality, and steeped in tradition. **Responsibilities and Duties** * Develop and analyze Test Fits for new commercial locations, evaluating layout, operational flows, and space optimization. * Assess technical and architectural feasibility of new properties and renovation projects. * Ensure compliance with KFC brand standards, applicable legislation, and technical regulations. * Interface with internal departments (Expansion, Operations, Construction, Facilities, and Finance) to align project technical requirements. * Support store opening decisions by presenting studies, floor plans, and technical analyses. * Monitor layout adjustments according to operational needs and property constraints. * Collaborate with architects, engineers, suppliers, and external consultants. * Contribute to standardization of layouts and continuous improvement of store models. * Support cost, timeline, and technical impact analyses related to projects. **Requirements and Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and Urban Planning or Civil Engineering. * Prior experience with test fits, commercial projects, or retail. * Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and complementary drawings. * Proficiency in tools such as AutoCAD (or similar). * Knowledge of technical regulations, legislation, and approval processes. * Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills. * Ability to work in a dynamic environment with multiple concurrent demands. **Preferred Qualifications** * Experience in food retail / Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) sector. * Experience with national expansion projects. * Knowledge of layout standardization and store concept development. * Intermediate English proficiency. **Behavioral Competencies** * Analytical mindset and critical thinking * Organization and prioritization * Clear and collaborative communication * Flexibility and adaptability * Results- and standards-oriented focus * Agility in decision-making **Additional Information** **Benefits:** * Meal Voucher * Transportation Voucher * Parking (with employee contribution) * Medical Assistance * Dental Assistance * Life Insurance * Pharmacy Benefit * Discount partnerships with educational institutions * Discount partnerships with entertainment companies * Payroll-deductible loan * TotalPass **Work Model:** Hybrid KFC's story began in 1930, when Colonel Sanders created the secret recipe that would give rise to the world's most delicious fried chicken. In 1952, the first franchise opened in the United States, marking the beginning of a journey that transformed KFC into one of the largest global fast-food icons—with over 5,000 restaurants across 120 countries and 14 million customers served daily. In Brazil, KFC already operates more than 230 restaurants across various regions, winning over Brazilian palates and establishing itself as one of the favorite brands in the segment. Even amid this expansion, we remain faithful to our essence: serving the best fried chicken—delicious, high-quality, and steeped in tradition.