Head of Commercial Real Estate

15+ years of experience in commercial real estate, with a focus on site acquisition, creative portfolio strategy, and lease negotiation at scale. BA/BS degree in a related field or equivalent practical experience. Proven track record of leading real estate strategy for a distributed network of assets. Deep expertise in navigating complex real estate transactions, including zoning, permitting, and land-use challenges. Experience building and leading a real estate function with limited resources. Exceptional negotiation skills and business judgment. Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and influence cross-functional teams and leadership.

Develop and execute global real estate strategy to support network expansion goals. Lead end-to-end site acquisition process, including market analysis, site identification, due diligence, financial modeling, and negotiations. Build and manage a robust pipeline of potential sites in new and existing markets. Partner with internal stakeholders (Policy, Operations, Legal, Finance) on real estate decisions. Cultivate and manage relationships with external partners (brokers, landlords, developers, government agencies). Establish tools, systems, and playbooks for efficient portfolio management.