Sr. Manager, Real Estate, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, US East

Sr. Manager Development - East Region At Popeyes

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Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories.

RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities.

RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc.

Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Sr. Manager to lead development for the East region at Popeyes. This role is critical in driving our growth strategy and development execution across the Northeast and Southeast US. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the QSR industry, exceptional project management skills, and a proven ability to navigate complex challenges while building a robust pipeline in priority markets.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Work closely with brokers, franchisees, and franchisee development teams to ultimately guide franchisees to strategic site selection that yields long-term sales growth
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the market planning, design, field operations, and franchising team to build and execute ideal market plans across the East region
• Manage prioritization of the Popeyes Reinvestment Program and ensure franchisee compliance alongside the Development Lead and franchising team
• Work closely with market planning and franchising team on the adoption and amendment of new deals, ensuring alignment with growth objectives and market conditions
• Develop and execute strategies for mitigating closures and temporary closures, maintaining a focus on long-term restaurant performance and sustainability
• Attend national and local real estate conferences, building industry connections and finding creative ways to unlock growth
• Lead market visits with the franchisee, broker teams, and Popeyes field teams to help drive long-term growth decisions

Skills & Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• 8 + years of experience in QSR/retail, with a preference for experience in real estate, development or finance
• Proven track record in strategic site selection and pipeline management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and market trends
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and the ability to oversee various priorities alongside various functions
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Willingness to travel 25% of the time

Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.