Yum! Brands · 1 day ago
Manager, Strategic Real Estate Development
Irvine, ND
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$119K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expYum! Brands is seeking a Manager, Strategic Real Estate Development for Habit Burger & Grill to contribute to the brand’s growth strategy. This role involves supporting market planning, pipeline development, and financial evaluation of new restaurant opportunities across North America while collaborating with cross-functional teams and presenting recommendations to leadership.
Food and BeverageHospitalityRestaurants
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead financial analysis of new store opportunities in the development pipeline, including IRR, ROI, cash-on-cash, and payback period
Prepare and present proposed developments to brand and executive leadership for approval
Identify and communicate strategic growth opportunities across the U.S
Develop and maintain financial and spatial models to support capital allocation and market prioritization
Partner with real estate and development teams to align market intelligence with pipeline activity
Represent trade area dynamics and forecasting in development decision-making
Conduct market tours and evaluate trade areas to inform long-term investment strategy
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Geography, or related field
5+ years of experience in market planning, strategic development, real estate finance, or a related role
Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with GIS/mapping tools
Passion for restaurant growth, market strategy, and development analytics
Strong ability to synthesize data and build clear, persuasive business cases
Executive presence and confidence presenting to senior leaders
Knowledge of real estate development processes and key financial metrics
Collaborative and proactive approach with cross-functional stakeholders
Preferred
MBA a plus
Experience in the restaurant, retail, or franchise industries strongly preferred
Benefits
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus additional sick days
Hybrid work schedule and year-round flex day Friday
Up to 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating holidays
The company provided Recharge Days to unplug and reenergize
Competitive bonus program for eligible roles
Recognition-based culture.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits including prescription drug benefits & 100% preventative care starting on Day 1
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program available to all employees and their dependents
Generous parental leave
Onsite Childcare through Bright Horizons
401(k) benefit plan with a 6% matching contribution
Up to 2 Paid Days to Volunteer for any non-profit or charitable organization important to you
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Company
Yum! Brands
Yum! Brands is a quick-service restaurant brand that primarily operates the likes of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.5B2025-09-09Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2024-04-26Post Ipo Debt· $2B
1997-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Christopher Turner
Chief Executive Officer
Ranjith Roy
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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