New Business Manager / Property Acquisition Specia

About the Role

This role focuses on growing the brand footprint by identifying, assessing, and securing prime locations where consumers live, work, shop, and play. Youll collaborate with landlords, developers, and franchisees to ensure sustainable expansion, optimal rental terms, and profitable market presence in the Free State region.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, negotiate, and secure new retail and non-traditional sites across the Free State.
• Conduct market research, GIS analysis, and demographic assessments to evaluate site potential.
• Negotiate favourable lease terms and assist with rental reductions and renewals.
• Prepare and present financial models, feasibility studies, and rollout strategies for brand expansion.
• Collaborate with franchisees, landlords, and developers to relocate or expand existing stores.
• Maintain rental benchmarks, property performance data, and detailed site reports.
• Manage and enhance the Geospatial Information System (GIS) to support decision-making.
• Drive rollout schedules, ensuring restaurant development projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications & Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Property Science, BCom, Business, Marketing, or Legal (BSc Property Science preferred).
• Minimum 5 years experience in retail property, leasing, or commercial real estate development.
• Background working with major landlords, developers, or national retailers.
• Experience in fast food, FMCG, or franchise property management highly advantageous.
• Skilled in financial modelling, feasibility analysis, and lease negotiations.
• Proficient in property research tools, GIS systems, and market analytics.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Commercially astute with a strategic approach to property growth.
• Proven track record in successful site acquisitions and lease negotiations.
• Strong relationship builder with extensive retail property networks.
• Innovative, analytical, and proactive in identifying new business opportunities.

Why Apply?

Join a market-leading fast-food and FMCG group thats reshaping South Africas retail landscape. This is your chance to play a key role in expanding brand presence and driving property development across the Free State. You will be responsibl