Real Estate Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Arizona.

📋 Description

• Oversee and manage projects through the phases of site selection, design, and the launch of new stores.

• Analyze market trends and monitor competitors, retail activities, and growth trajectories.

• Utilize GIS tools for demographic analysis and modeling to craft strategic growth plans.

• Stay informed about site opportunities within targeted market areas.

• Negotiate Letters of Intent (LOIs) and assist in lease negotiations with legal teams, franchise partners, and property owners.

• Prepare and present Real Estate Committee proposals for site evaluation and decision-making.

• Educate franchisees and operational partners on best practices for effective site selection.

• Conduct field assessments of proposed sites within designated territories and within set timelines.

• Collaborate with construction teams regarding communications with landlords/developers, project timelines, and financial viability.

• Expand into new markets as directed by the Real Estate Committee.

• Maintain a network of brokers to facilitate site acquisition in key development areas.

• Provide regular updates on development activities occurring in the assigned territory.

• Develop growth strategies for both company and franchise partner expansion.

• Build and nurture relationships with headquarters departments, community leaders, government officials, brokers, landlords, developers, and vendors.

• Communicate with HQ departments regarding site opportunities and development requirements.

• Attend ICSC, Retail Live, and other industry conferences to educate partners and identify site opportunities.

• Coordinate with Construction, Operations Support, Administration, and pre-opening teams to ensure successful store launches.

• Collaborate with architecture and design teams to keep development plans and franchisee schedules on target.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience is mandatory.

• At least 5 years of experience in commercial real estate is required.

• Familiarity with build-to-suit projects, leases, land use regulations, development processes, building permits, and construction project management is advantageous.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

• Exceptional organizational skills are essential.

• Flexibility to adapt to change is crucial.

• Must be capable of meeting tight deadlines.

• Demonstrated tenacity and a task-oriented approach to project management and follow-through.

• Strong communication skills are required.

• Proficiency in reading and writing in English is necessary.

• Must be able to work in an office setting.

• Vision and hearing should be within normal ranges or correctable.

• Competence in operating a computer and office productivity tools is essential.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity to work remotely from Arizona.

• Travel opportunities, with a minimum of 40% of time allocated for travel.