Senior Associate Manager, Real Estate Strategy and Insights
Taco Bell, Irvine, CA, United States
About the Job
The Senior Associate Manager, Real Estate Strategy and Insights is responsible for running the market planning process and driving impact across the Taco Bell business through the ongoing management, communication, and analysis of Taco Bell's North American growth potential. The role is also responsible for analyzing trends, defining development success criteria and providing key insights that will help the Brand make more informed growth decisions. With this role, the opportunities are endless: Drive new unit growth strategy, work directly with field real estate teams, and provide leadership and strategic insight to brand and franchisee partners. The Senior Associate Manager, Real Estate Strategy and Insights will report to the Director of Market Planning and Development Strategy and lead an Associate Development Analyst.
Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Lead the comprehensive analysis of store performance, trade area dynamics, competitive landscapes, and market trends to generate actionable insights.
Translate insights into strategic recommendations that influence Taco Bell's development priorities, growth roadmap, and long‑term strategy.
Advise senior leadership through scenario modeling and impact assessments to guide investment decisions.
Serve as a partner to field development teams and franchisees by evaluating trade area opportunities and providing data‑backed guidance that aligns corporate strategy with local market execution.
Collaborate with external partners to refine sales forecasting models and mobile impact projections, ensuring analytical rigor and relevance.
Drive continuous improvements in analytical tools to enhance accuracy and usability for field teams and franchise stakeholders.
Represent Market Planning on the franchisee impact subcommittee, partnering with franchise leaders to surface, refine, and communicate meaningful impact insight.
Facilitate weekly alignment forums with field teams, driving resolution of Market Planning decisions and ensuring clear direction and accountability.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Geography, and MBA a plus.
At least 5 years of experience, including 3 years serving as a Senior Analyst role or related job.
An effective communicator who can present business recommendations to leadership teams and franchisee partners.
Possess intellectual curiosity with the desire to challenge the status quo.
Strong understanding and passion for market planning concepts such as trade area identification, mapping systems, spatial modeling.
Demonstrated ability in making capital investment recommendations using financial metrics such as IRR, ROI, and Cash on Cash.
Experience working with mapping systems, spatial forecast models, and Alteryx a plus.
Advanced skillsets in Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year‑round flex day Friday.
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building).
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash.
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program.
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting.
Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name.
Salary Salary Range: $121,600 to $135,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits.
Work Authorization Notice Work Authorization Notice: Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
Accommodations Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.
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Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities
Lead the comprehensive analysis of store performance, trade area dynamics, competitive landscapes, and market trends to generate actionable insights.
Translate insights into strategic recommendations that influence Taco Bell's development priorities, growth roadmap, and long‑term strategy.
Advise senior leadership through scenario modeling and impact assessments to guide investment decisions.
Serve as a partner to field development teams and franchisees by evaluating trade area opportunities and providing data‑backed guidance that aligns corporate strategy with local market execution.
Collaborate with external partners to refine sales forecasting models and mobile impact projections, ensuring analytical rigor and relevance.
Drive continuous improvements in analytical tools to enhance accuracy and usability for field teams and franchise stakeholders.
Represent Market Planning on the franchisee impact subcommittee, partnering with franchise leaders to surface, refine, and communicate meaningful impact insight.
Facilitate weekly alignment forums with field teams, driving resolution of Market Planning decisions and ensuring clear direction and accountability.
Qualifications
Degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, Economics, Geography, and MBA a plus.
At least 5 years of experience, including 3 years serving as a Senior Analyst role or related job.
An effective communicator who can present business recommendations to leadership teams and franchisee partners.
Possess intellectual curiosity with the desire to challenge the status quo.
Strong understanding and passion for market planning concepts such as trade area identification, mapping systems, spatial modeling.
Demonstrated ability in making capital investment recommendations using financial metrics such as IRR, ROI, and Cash on Cash.
Experience working with mapping systems, spatial forecast models, and Alteryx a plus.
Advanced skillsets in Excel and PowerPoint.
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule (onsite expectation Tues, Wed, Thurs) and year‑round flex day Friday.
Onsite childcare through Bright Horizons.
Onsite dining center and game room (yes, there is a Taco Bell inside the building).
Onsite dry cleaning, laundry services, and carwash.
Onsite gym with fitness classes and personal trainer sessions.
Up to 4 weeks of vacation per year plus holidays and time off for volunteering.
Generous parental leave for all new parents and adoption assistance program.
401(k) with a 6% matching contribution from Yum! Brands with immediate vesting.
Comprehensive medical & dental including prescription drug benefits and 100% preventive care.
Discounts, free food, swag and… honestly, too many good benefits to name.
Salary Salary Range: $121,600 to $135,000 annually + bonus eligibility + benefits.
Work Authorization Notice Work Authorization Notice: Please note that we do not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time, permanent basis without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.
Accommodations Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.
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