Real Estate Development Manager

Responsibilities Identify potential locations across the US based upon market research and analysis Act as a central point of contact for third‑party consultants, architects, and designers. Collaborate with CEO and legal to negotiate and secure favorable terms with landlords and various vendors. Cultivate and direct key broker relationships, guiding them on site prioritization and negotiation strategies while tracking pipeline progress. Manage the submission and retrieval of project plans and permits at various local departments, as needed. Keep expansion on track by helping build and manage overall project schedules, budgets, and financing structures. Coordinate between external vendors and internal teams (Finance, Operations, Accounting, Supply Chain, etc.) to ensure seamless openings of new locations and that all parties are aware of timelines. Bridge the gap between real estate, executive vision, and daily operations, turning performance data and field insights into strategic adjustments for how current and future locations operate. Serve as the central point of contact for landlords on an ongoing basis. As needed, assist internal teams, especially Operations, with various real estate needs for our cloud kitchen locations (i.e., our locations that are not "self‑processing"). This might entail stepping up to help with equipment purchasing, project management, and coordination with cloud kitchen facility managers. Partner directly with the CEO on strategic real estate planning. Requirements Minimum 5 years real estate development experience – restaurant industry preferred. A blend of analytical mindset, creative thinking, and operational grit. You are the type of person who does what it takes to reach the finish line. Excellent organization skills with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines. A belief (and practice) in the value of getting even the smallest details right. Team player. You look for ways to add value outside your job description. Experience working collaboratively across an organization. Experience working at a high‑growth company is a big plus. Flexibility for travel 1–2 times per month. Salary Range $100k – $140k Benefits Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match after one year Unlimited PTO Remote work Paid family leave Equal Opportunity Employer Salted is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr