[Hiring] Real Estate Manager, Franchise Development @Yum!

Role Description

The Real Estate Manager, Franchise Development is responsible for leading franchise development through new store growth in the Central US region (GA, TN, MO, KY, AL) and drives impact across the Taco Bell business through partnerships with Franchisees. With this role, the opportunities are endless:

• Partner with Franchisees for market planning, site sourcing, site selection, design, building permitting, and construction guidance.
• Utilize internal and external partners, including brokers, developers, brand planning, brand design, real estate, and operations to maximize growth opportunities in multiple markets.
• Report to the Director of Franchise Development (East).

The Day-to-Day:

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 30% within the Central US 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.