Manager, Regional Frachiese Development
Zaxby's
6,533 reviews
Athens, GA 30606
Hybrid remote
Full-time
Zaxby's
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Job Type
Full-time
Full Job Description
*** REMOTE POSITION WITHIN OUR CURRENT MARKETS ***
The Real Estate Manager is responsible within assigned territory(s) for identifying, recommending, and qualifying potential real estate properties for Zaxbys restaurants to meet company and franchise development goals, and for managing the existing real estate portfolio of restaurants; ensuring conformance with the company and franchise market plans.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direction from and reports directly to the Director of Real Estate
(Broker experience may not be a fit for this role)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Essential duties may include but are not limited to the following:
• Identifies franchise development territories in conjunction with the overall Market Plan; consults, guides, trains, and assists Franchisees/Franchisees in site selection and development, Market Planning, asset planning, and preparation/presentation of real estate site packages to REC
• Identifies expansion or remodel/rebuild opportunities of current restaurant locations; negotiates lease extensions (when required) and prepares the presentation with required documentation for presentation to REC
• Administers the overall Market Plan for Company and Franchise restaurant site development, including compiling and analyzing data on the desirability of sites in terms of present and anticipated commercial activity, area demographics, traffic flow, projected sales, ease of access, and forecasted sales analysis, and assembles and presents real estate site packages to the Real Estate Committee (REC)
• Manages broker network across the defined territory for use in conjunction with both Company and Franchisee growth
• Partners with various departments and agencies to ensure the timely execution of contractual obligations to obtain all necessary permits; negotiates contracts for new company restaurant sites with attorneys, brokers, developers, and principals in various real estate transactions, and ensures effective communication with the legal department
• Participates in trade and civic organizations (public hearings, Chamber of Commerce, etc.) to increase and enhance the publics awareness and image of Zaxbys
• When required, negotiates lease extensions, renewals, lease options, and the sale/sublease of property to ensure appropriate occupancy cost, improve competitive position, and execute in the best interest of the Company; prepares memos for senior management approval to include relevant detailed facts from analyst/broker to justify the rationale
• Performs other related duties, tasks, and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
Up to 40% required
QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of commercial real estate that includes market planning, site evaluation, city/county/state regulations, building and permitting process, traffic flow, easements, etc.
• Highly proficient in deal economics and contract negotiation for restaurant sites
• Ability to effectively resolve financial and contractual issues and disputes
• Ability to develop positive and effective business relationships
• Strong oral and written English communication skills
• Excellent negotiation skills, interpersonal skills, and organization skills
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills
• Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE GUIDELINES
• Education: Bachelors degree, preferably in Real Estate, Business Administration, or Finance; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: 4-6 years of corporate and/or franchise real estate experience
STANDARD HOURS
Monday Friday
8:00 AM 5:00 PM
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY
Up to 40% remote work; Hybrid Work Schedule 3 days in office
Brand: Zaxby's
Address: 1040 Founders Blvd Athens, GA - 30606
Property Description: 1 - Zaxbys Franchising LLC
Property Number: 1
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