Real Estate Manager

Wild Fork Foods • Doral, FL

1d • $150,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Real Estate Manager (REM) reports to the Head of Real Estate for Wild Fork and leads site selection, negotiations, and development for company-operated lease properties across various U.S. markets. The role drives new store development within an assigned territory, working cross-functionally with Construction, Legal, Operations, Facilities, and Finance. The REM oversees multiple projects and maintains a store pipeline up to two years ahead of opening. This role calls for a strategic problem solver with strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to lead a team toward long-term objectives.

Wild Fork follows a five-day, in-office work schedule. The successful candidate is expected to work onsite five days per week and travel up to 30%.

The position is salaried and includes a base salary range of $150,000–$170,000, eligibility for the Company's annual bonus plan, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning after 60 days, paid sick leave and vacation, six company-observed holidays, a 401(k) company match after the first year of service, and learning and development opportunities. Compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, tenure, internal equity, and market data.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of commercial real estate experience, focused on retail expansion strategy and negotiations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to solve complex problems and prioritize projects urgently.
• Professional communication skills; the REM serves as the main point of contact between Wild Fork and its landlords.
• Some experience collaborating with construction teams and their vendors.
• Strong experience negotiating LOIs and leases.
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to assess information, solve problems, and make data-driven decisions.
• Microsoft Office experience.
• Willingness to learn new tools, including AI and advanced modeling solutions.
• Ability to perform the functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Willingness and ability to travel as business needs dictate.
• Ability to prioritize and stay organized across multiple tasks of varying urgency and importance.
• High attention to detail and ability to efficiently gather, organize, and verify data.
• Flexibility to work varied hours and travel occasionally as needed.
• Ownership mentality, humility, and collaboration.
• Excellent, friendly verbal and written communication.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in real estate, Business, Finance, or a related field is strongly preferred; equivalent years of experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of 15–20 new stores per opening year within the assigned territory.
• Maintain market strategies for each activated market in the territory, using data to validate trade areas.
• Develop an understanding of the company's use of predictive analytics, GIS and mapping tools, demographics, psychographics, competition, traffic, and shopping patterns in real estate decisions.
• Become an expert on the commercial real estate landscape in every active market.
• Tour markets and sites regularly with brokers and the Head of Real Estate.
• Lead LOI and lease negotiations with support from brokers and attorneys.
• Support Design and Construction Managers with site plans, building design, landlord coordination, and permitting approvals.
• Communicate regularly with Operations and seek feedback on trade areas and sites before presenting deals for approval.
• Prepare Capital Allocation Committee (CAC) approval packages for all new stores.
• Maintain and prioritize projects, track critical dates, and coordinate with stakeholders to meet lease deadlines and expected opening dates.
• Monitor lease expirations and notice dates and assist the Head of Real Estate with the existing store portfolio, including lease renewals, dispositions, and subleases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Dental coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Vision coverage begins after 60 days of employment.
• Paid sick leave and vacation.
• Six company-observed holidays.
• 401(k) company match beginning after the first year of service, subject to the company vesting schedule.
• Eligibility to participate in the Company's annual bonus plan.
• Continuous learning opportunities and learning and development programs supporting professional growth and career development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager