Real Estate Acquisition Associate

Role Overview

As a Real Estate Acquisition Associate , you will play a critical role in our expansion efforts by identifying and securing high-potential locations for new Breadfast Coffee stores. He will be responsible for generating location leads, negotiating lease terms, building the business case for each site—including ROI projections—and coordinating the opening process from signage to launch.

Key Responsibilities

1. Mapping & Sourcing

• Proactively scout and source high-potential retail locations in strategic target markets.
• Conduct site visits and assess location viability based on foot traffic, demographics, visibility, and brand alignment.

2. Commercial Lease Agreements & Contract Management

• Lead lease negotiations with landlords and property managers.
• Secure favorable terms aligned with business objectives and financial targets.
• Collaborate with legal and finance teams to finalize agreements.

3. Business Case Development

• Create detailed investment cases for each proposed location, including:
• Market and competitive analysis
• Forecasted sales and customer volumes
• Payback period and return on investment (ROI) metrics
• Operational feasibility and cost implications

4. Project Management to Store Opening

• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders post-signing (e.g., design, construction, marketing, operations).
• Monitor site readiness, including permitting, signage, and equipment delivery.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in real estate acquisitions, retail expansion, or a similar role.
• Proven track record in sourcing and closing retail leases or commercial deals.
• Strong financial acumen with experience building ROI models or business cases.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Highly organized and comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with retail site selection criteria, construction timelines, and project lifecycles.
• Passion for the retail, F&B, or coffee industry is a strong plus.