Real Estate Development Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a driven, highly organized, and strategic Real Estate Development Manager to lead new store growth initiatives across assigned markets. This role is responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and executing retail real estate opportunities from site selection through store opening. The ideal candidate is both a hunter and an operator - someone who can source quality opportunities, build strong broker and landlord relationships, coordinate cross-functional consensus, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and navigate a fast-paced approval/opening environment with discipline and urgency. Since opening our first store in 1979, AutoZone has grown into a leading retailer and distributor of automotive parts and accessories across the Americas. Our customer-first mindset and commitment to Going the Extra Mile define who we are, for both our customers and AutoZoners. Working at AutoZone means being part of a team that values dedication, teamwork, and growth. Whether you're helping customers or building your career, we provide tools and support to help you succeed and drive your future.
Requirements
- Driven, highly organized, and strategic.
- Ability to act as both a hunter and an operator.
- Minimum age requirements may apply.
- Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply.
Responsibilities
- Lead new store growth initiatives across assigned markets.
- Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and execute retail real estate opportunities from site selection through store opening.
- Source quality opportunities.
- Build strong broker and landlord relationships.
- Coordinate cross-functional consensus.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Navigate a fast-paced approval/opening environment with discipline and urgency.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Unrivaled company culture
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Exclusive discounts and perks, including an AutoZone in-store discount
- 401(k) with company match and Stock Purchase Plan
- AutoZoners Living Well Program for free mental health support
- Opportunities for career growth
- Paid time off
- Life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
