Manager, Technical Product Management

Company Description

Job Description

Job Description:

Company Description:

McDonald’s growth strategy, Accelerating the Arches, encompasses all aspects of our business as the leading global omni-channel restaurant brand. As the consumer landscape shifts we are using our competitive advantages to further strengthen our brand. One of our core growth strategies is to Double Down on the 3Ds (Delivery, Digital and Drive Thru). McDonald’s will accelerate technology innovation so 65M+ customers a day will experience a fast, easy experience, whether at one of our 25,000 and growing Drive thrus, through McDelivery, dine-in or takeaway.

McDonald’s Global Technology is here to power tomorrow’s feel-good moments.

That’s why you’ll find us at the forefront of transformative technology, exploring new and innovative ways to serve our millions of customers and spread happiness one delicious Hot Fudge Sundae-dipped fry at a time. Using AI, robotics and emerging tech, we’re digitizing the Golden Arches. Combine that with our unparalleled global scale, and we’re reshaping all areas of the business, industry and every community that is home to a McDonald’s restaurant. We face complex tech challenges every day. But that’s where our diverse and talented teams come in. They’re made up of the best and brightest from all over the globe, and they thrive in the space where feel-good meets fast-paced.

Check out the McDonald’s  Global Technology Technical Blog to learn how technology and our global team are directly enabling the Accelerating the Arches strategy.

Department Overview

The Manager for SOX Compliance will manage and govern SOX-related IT applications, focusing on Access Management, Change Management, Segregation of Duties (SOD), and remediation of deficiencies identified by internal and external audits as it relates to GI Mod (Global Indirect Modernization) using SAP Ariba software. This role requires a strong understanding of SOX requirements, IT controls, and audit methodologies, as well as the ability to provide strategic recommendations and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. GI Mod is a global transformation that establishes a new Indirect Sourcing and Procurement operating model and implements “One McDonald’s Way” for indirect sourcing and procurement worldwide.

This role reports to the Sr Manager Technical Product Management and partners closely with cross‑functional leaders to ensure SOX compliance on the SAP Ariba software.

Duties

• Execute the IT SOX compliance operating model for the SAP Ariba application, maintaining standards, governance routines, and metrics that support sustained adherence to internal control requirements.
• Lead access governance and periodic user access reviews for SAP Ariba (joiner/mover/leaver, privileged access, recertifications): drive schedules, coordinate stakeholders, ensure segregation of duties, follow up on exceptions, and confirm timely remediation with audit-ready evidence.
• Manage vulnerability remediation for SAP Ariba in scope for SOX: support prioritization, coordinate plans, validate closure evidence, and provide risk and progress reporting to senior leadership.
• Manage SOX-related IT change management controls for SAP Ariba by monitoring adherence to process requirements, validating approvals and evidence, and driving root-cause analysis and corrective actions for deviations.
• Maintain and enhance Segregation of Duties (SOD) controls for SAP Ariba, including conflict analysis, compensating controls documentation, monitoring, and coordination of remediation to reduce fraud and error risk.
• Support the senior manager in defining and executing the IT SOX roadmap for SAP Ariba (e.g., access management, change management, evidence automation) by developing plans, tracking dependencies, and surfacing risks and resource needs.
• Coordinate with Privacy, Security, and Legal partners on regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, PII) to ensure they are reflected in Ariba control design, risk assessments, and audit evidence for in-scope processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT audit, SOX compliance, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of SOX requirements, IT general controls, and audit methodologies.
• Experience with SAP Ariba.
• Proven ability to plan, execute, and deliver complex programs with measurable business outcomes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated success leading cross‑functional, multi‑team initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• Proactive, resilient, and adaptable leader with a continuous‑improvement mindset.

Compensation

Bonus Eligible: EDIT

Long - Term Incentive: EDIT

Benefits Eligible: EDIT

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $15138,207 - $172,758  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, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

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 [email protected]. 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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