Associate Manager, Real Estate Strategy and Market Analytics
KFC•Irvine, CA
•Hybrid
About The Position
The Associate Manager, Real Estate Strategy & Market Analytics plays a key role in shaping the Brand’s growth strategy through data-driven market intelligence, investment analysis, and development insights. This role partners closely with Field Real Estate Teams, franchisees, and senior leadership to evaluate trade areas, assess investment opportunities, and support strategic development decisions. This position blends financial modeling, market analytics, geospatial intelligence, and storytelling to influence where and how the Brand grows.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in real estate development, market analytics, investment analysis, or related strategic planning functions.
- Bachelor’s degree required; preferred fields include Economics, Business, Real Estate, Applied Geography, Finance, or related disciplines.
- Strong experience with financial modeling, scenario analysis, investment evaluation, and forecasting methodologies.
- Proven ability to analyze complex datasets and translate insights into clear business recommendations that influence decision-making.
- Experience presenting analytical insights to senior leadership, franchise partners, or investment stakeholders.
- Advanced proficiency with analytical and visualization tools such as Excel, Power BI, SQL, Alteryx, and AI-enabled analytics platforms.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and project management skills with the ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with GIS and market intelligence platforms such as ESRI, MapInfo, SiteIntel, or related geospatial technologies preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct trade area analysis, market mapping, and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities and development priorities.
- Analyze store performance, demographic trends, consumer behavior, and market dynamics to generate actionable business insights.
- Build and maintain financial models, scenario modeling tools, and sales forecast projections to support investment decision-making.
- Partner with Field Real Estate Teams and franchisees on ad-hoc development projects, site evaluations, and market optimization strategies.
- Present insights and recommendations through compelling storytelling at monthly and quarterly investor and leadership meetings.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to refine forecasting methodologies, mobile impact projections, and development success criteria.
- Drive continuous improvement of analytics tools, reporting capabilities, and GIS-based development models to support long-term growth strategy.
Benefits
- Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year-round flex day Friday
- Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons
- Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building)
- Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash
- Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
