VP, Global Store Development

Domino's•Ann Arbor, MI

About The Position

The Vice President of Global Store Development leads and executes Domino’s strategy for franchise and corporate store growth. They manage end to end processes from identifying and securing locations, to construction and real estate management across all US domestic markets, providing insights and consultation to international markets. This role drives innovation, operational excellence, and strategic partnerships to support aggressive store expansion and brand evolution.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree required, business or related field preferred.
Minimum 10 years of industry experience, supporting franchisees, with measurable success in development.
Proven ability to manage enterprise-level budgets and complex vendor relationships.
Strong communication and leadership skills across all organizational levels.
Experience in concept design, construction standards, and strategic planning.
Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and business needs.
Senior level experience in project management, including analytic and data focused projection planning.
Real estate and lease negotiation experience.

Responsibilities

Develop strategy that enables US store system to achieve budgeted number of new store openings annually
Utilize data and analytics to inform on site selection and forecast growth opportunities
Create modeling for store growth inclusive of forecasting, availability and realistic goals
Track progress through development goals, and lead the execution of targeted number of domestic and corporate TUSA new store builds and redesigns annually
Implement milestone-based project timelines to ensure progress is maintained
Collaborate with other support departments to manage the reimagining programs for all corporate stores
Lead best-in-class construction routines to improve forecasting and execution of store openings
Create and maintain standards for new stores, including re-image plans
Share development and store growth best practices with International teams, and collaborate on global store design and expansion strategies
Act as key contact for prospective and existing franchisees, supporting through development process and providing guidance on new build projects
Drive an evolving growth strategy to encompass initiatives such as franchise development and incentive programs to unlock Domino's full potential for store expansion.
Challenge conventional models and explore innovative approaches to opening stores to penetrate underserved markets, including rural and small-town locations
Build contractual pipeline that supports store growth targets
Oversee full development lifecycle from site identification through the completion of construction, including PEP, DDC, LOI, and building applications
Analyze geographic, demographic, and financial data to identify and prioritize high-potential markets
Secure appropriate real estate through leases or purchases, negotiate contracts, and ensure all legal and enterprise requirements are met.
Manage the process of obtaining necessary permits and coordinate with contractors for construction and build-out.
Manage key vendor relationships to drive DPZ market strategies
Ensure vendors comply with internal guidelines, driving efficiency
Manage department labor budget and P&L
Own and manage cost centres for TUSA store builds and facilities
Oversee budgets on all development projects to drive fiscal responsibility to be delivered on time and in budget
Implement tools to estimate construction costs, maximizing spend based on real estate availability
Lead a diverse, cross-functional team of design, real estate, construction and development experts.
Invest in team development through coaching, mentoring, and exposure to high-impact strategic work.
Champion diversity of thought and psychological safety to unlock bold thinking and speed of execution.
Lead organizational design and succession planning for the Development team.
Mentor emerging leaders and support cross-functional development and career pathing opportunities.