Real Estate Manager

CHAGEE (pronounced CHAH-jee)
is a modern tea house with over 6,500 locations globally.

Our teas have a rich cultural heritage stretching across several thousand years. We are one of the earliest regional teahouse chains positioned as the purveyor of modern tea culture. Our mission is to refresh and reintroduce the lifestyle of tea to the world, where guests can connect in a beautiful space and enjoy premium and diverse flavors of tea.

Through our stores across Malaysia, China, Singapore, and Thailand, we serve a staggering 100 million cups of tea monthly. CHAGEE is excited to expand to the US market, and this is your chance to be part of an exhilarating journey as we deliver the taste of authentic tea culture to America.

Overview:

Elevate your career with CHAGEE as our Real Estate Manager. In this pivotal role, you will drive our U.S. expansion by identifying, evaluating, and securing optimal retail locations while cultivating strategic business opportunities. You'll manage the end-to-end real estate process—from site tours and lease negotiations to building strong broker relationships and developing impactful location strategies.

What you'll do:

• Use your deep knowledge of the U.S. real estate market to evaluate and select prime retail sites, including conducting site tours and preparing comprehensive site approval presentation packages.
• Vet and select optimal locations, ensuring compliance with all local regulations.
• Manage brokers, LOIs, lease negotiations, work letters, and the ongoing real estate pipeline.
• Create detailed location reports that include rent projections, sales forecasts, demographic analyses, and competitive landscape assessments.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships, negotiating favorable terms for both business and real estate ventures.
• Apply strong sales acumen to drive business development efforts that align with real estate strategies.
• Oversee project management for site acquisition, build-out, and opening, collaborating with architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Be prepared for duties and responsibilities to evolve, and show a willingness to step outside of your usual scope to support the company's growth. Expect opportunities for personal and professional growth as you navigate new challenges.

Experience you need to be successful:

• 5+ year's experience with a deep understanding of the US real estate market
• Strong relationships with brokers across the US
• Ability to travel up to 60% of the time
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Strategic mindset with strengths in budgeting, development, recognizing opportunity and managing architects and contractors
• Keen ability to navigate ambiguous situations with a way-maker mentality

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• 401K with company match to secure your future
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contribution for individuals and dependents
• On-site fitness center and wellness programs
• Generous paid time off and sick policy
• Income protection including Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
• EAP Program to support your wellness objectives

CHAGEE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The expected base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $160,000. Your actual base compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on considerations including (but not limited to): relevant knowledge and experience for this position, skills, education, certifications, and more.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to be at the forefront of CHAGEE's expansion into the US market. Join us in shaping the future of premium tea culture and creating unforgettable experiences that will captivate global tea enthusiasts.
Apply now and be part of something truly extraordinary