About us:

Founded in 2016, Foodtastic is already one of the largest restaurant companies in Canada. We have increased system sales in the last five years from less than $50mm to over $1B. Our current portfolio of 27 brands includes Milestones Grill & Bar, Second Cup Caf, Pita Pit, Quesada, La Belle et La Boeuf, and Rtisseries Benny.

We are passionate about building our franchisee partnerships and providing our guests with a memorable dining experience. Our growth would not be possible without our people's creativity, dedication, and entrepreneurship. We continue to build the team and always look for exceptional candidates to join Foodtastic.

Director, Real Estate Transaction Management

Reporting to the VP, Real Estate, the Director, Real Estate Transaction Management is responsible for the negotiation of new lease terms and renewals of existing leases in our distinctive portfolio in Canada.

Responsibilities:

• Negotiate lease terms for new locations and renewals of existing leases;
• Provide strategic support to business operators and the Real Estate Team to achieve the organizations business objectives for leased real estate;
• Establish trusted and credible external relationships with the landlord and broker community;
• Partner and collaborate closely with key internal senior leaders to provide guidance and understanding of the retail market of the real estate environment;
• Act as a point of contact for real estate issues internally ;
• Supervise the lease administration process to ensure accurate interpretation and execution of agreed upon lease terms;
• Participate as an integral member of the Real Estate Team by maintaining excellent working relationships with colleagues across all banners, offering assistance, information, sharing knowledge, opinions and business explanations.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a real estate position with previous team management experience;
• Excellent understanding of Canadian retail landscape;
• Strong business and financial acumen to understand/provide context for decisions; ability to challenge and also influence decisions when required;
• Excellent communication skills and ability to speak and write clearly and concisely to get messages across that have the desired effect;
• Excellent negotiation skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and confidentiality
• Ability to interact with multiple stakeholders and proactively anticipate their needs;
• Strong analytical skills to assess and analyze deals, and able to review and negotiate leases and renewal documentation;
• Proficiency in both French and English is an asset.

Company benefits:

• Market related compensation
• Complimentary coffee, drinks and snacks at the office
• Free parking at the office
• Summer Fridays
• 1 hour lunch paid
• TELUS virtual health care
• Company social events
• Group insurance plan, including health, dental and long-term disability.