Its fun to work in a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. We are a fun-loving, mind-blowing company that makes a difference one cup at a time.

Who we are

Dutch Bros puts people first in everything we do. Joining our team gives you the opportunity to build a compelling future while making a massive difference in the lives of our customers and communities.

We love people and we love OUR people! Here’s what we offer

Here at Dutch Bros, we want our employees to feel valued, and we recognize theres more to value than a salary. The following benefits and perks were hand-picked to cater to our diverse employee base:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Short Term Disability/Life insurance
Paid Sick Days
401(k) plan with employer match after one year of employment
Education Benefit Program
Vacation/Floating Holidays/Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Schedule
Paid Volunteer Days
Various employee discounts

Position Overview

The Site Acquisition Manager is responsible for managing and facilitating projects through the site selection process and into design. This role also drives markets and tracks competitors, retail activity, and growth patterns. In addition, this position will foster relationships with HQ departments, community leaders, government officials, brokers, landlords, and vendors in a manner consistent with Dutch Bros’ values.

The Site Acquisition Manager must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team, have outstanding organizational skills, adapt easily to change, and be able to meet stringent deadlines. This person must be a tenacious coordinator that is task oriented and follows through in order to manage projects efficiently. Above all else, this person serves as a Director of First Impressions by having a positive attitude and outlook on life and exemplifying the Dutch Creed.

Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience, required
Minimum of 2 years of commercial real estate-related experience, required
Multi-unit/retail real estate experience, preferred
Knowledge of land use, development processes, building permits
Knowledge of construction project management is a plus
This position requires driving, a minimum of 40% of time will be spent traveling

Location Requirement:

This position is located within Florida

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

Secure sites at a level to meet company growth goals each year (lease signed, site approved, and plans started):

Drives markets and tracks competitors, retail activity and growth patterns
Utilizes GIS system for demographic and modeling information to develop a growth plan as well as gain industry knowledge and experience
Maintains awareness of all site opportunities in market areas
Negotiates LOIs and assists in lease negotiations when needed with legal team, franchise partner and landlord, as applicable
Completes Site Acceptance Package for final review and acceptance/rejection by Real Estate Committee
Uses field site review time to continue education of Franchisees and Operating Partners in effective site selection
Completes field review of all sites submitted by Franchisees and Operating Partners in defined territory within a prescribed time frame, as applicable
Partners with construction to aid in communications with landlords/developers as well as meeting deadlines and financial feasibility

Open new Markets each year as directed by the Real Estate Committee:

Maintains network of brokers to assist with site acquisition in all target development markets
Provides timely and accurate updates on status of all development activities within assigned territory
Provides growth plans as a roadmap for company and franchise partner development

Foster relationships with HQ departments, community leaders, government officials, brokers, landlords and vendors in a manner consistent with DB values:

Maintains continual communication with HQ departments to keep them aware of site opportunities and assist with their development needs
Responds to verbal and written communication from all contacts in a professional and timely fashion
Utilizes ICSC, Retail Live and other retail conferences to educate outside partners on site requirements and help source site opportunities to fulfill development efforts
Works with Construction, Ops support, Administration and pre-opening support to ensure smooth, timely and successful store openings
Closely interacts with the architecture and design teams to ensure the plan development process is timely and that the Franchisees and Operating Partners stay on their development timeline

Skills

Site Selection and Evaluation
Negotiation and Deal Making
Real Estate Market Knowledge
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Relationship Building
Project Management
Communication
Analytical and Problem-Solving Abilities

Physical Requirements

Occasionally move or lift office items
Must be able to work in an office environment
Must be able to communicate in an effective manner to perform job duties
Vision must be good or corrected in order to perform essential job duties
Hearing must be good or corrected in order to have the ability to understand information to perform essential job duties
Ability to read and write in English in order to process paperwork and follow up on any actions necessary
Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as calculators, copy machines, computers, and office equipment

Compensation:

$104,788.59 - DOE

If you like wild growth and working in a unique and fun environment, surrounded by positive community, youll enjoy your career with us!