About the role

  • Real Estate Manager driving franchise development for Taco Bell in Northeast region. Leading partnerships and market growth from New Jersey to Maine with franchisees and internal teams.

Responsibilities

  • Partner to achieve the US national new store Franchise Development Plan and build a pipeline for future franchise development growth.
  • Shepard projects through the Taco Bell Development Approval process.
  • Complete and execute plans and strategies for priority markets in designated regions.
  • Identify and action against trade areas best suited to urban development.
  • Identify opportunities in rural markets to develop small freestanding assets or viable endcaps with drive-thru or inline assets.
  • Identify areas where new franchisees are needed and partner with the Franchise Recruiting team to recruit.
  • Develop, fill, and maintain the pipeline of new restaurants; Forecast the timeline of new restaurant openings and assess risks.
  • Act as owner for designated markets and help lead the broader development team toward the development goals established in those trade areas.
  • Engage with the Brand Strategy team to find solutions to development barriers such as impact, growth approval, viable vehicles, etc.

Requirements

  • BS/BA degree in Finance/Accounting/Real Estate; MBA preferred, or equivalent years of experience.
  • At least 8 years of development-related experience; franchising or restaurant industry experience with proven ability to break through the existing development complexity a plus.
  • High proficiency in MS Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint required.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to effectively influence internal and external stakeholders.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Able to travel 25-30% within the Northeast Region.
  • Ability to think and act quickly and effectively under pressure while maintaining a calm, professional attitude, even in crisis situations.
  • Ability to review and understand financial statements, other legal documents, and ability to understand overarching strategies and restaurant economics.

Benefits

  • Remote work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
  • Car allowance and monthly cell phone & internet reimbursement
  • Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering
  • Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program
  • 401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting
  • Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care
  • Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many __good benefits to name__

Job title

Real Estate Manager – Franchise Development

Job type

Experience level

SeniorLead

Salary

$137,900 - $160,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

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