Are you a seasoned real estate professional with a knack for identifying prime locations and maximizing financial returns? AutoZone is looking for a dynamic Real Estate Development Manager to join our team! Key Responsibilities: Site Negotiation & Delivery: Consistently negotiate and deliver sites to the Approval Committee, ensuring they meet the required quantity and quality standards. Site Discovery: Discover new sites within assigned trade areas to support research efforts and maintain new store opening schedules. Approval-to-Contract Conversion: Achieve the planned ratio of approval-to-contract conversion. Due Diligence & Risk Communication: Identify sites, order due diligence, and communicate risks to the Real Estate Development Zone Manager. Cross-Functional Partnership: Collaborate with Operations, Legal, Validation, and Construction teams for optimal deal development. Professional Representation: Perform all functions with integrity and professionalism whenever representing AutoZone. Key Responsibilities: Identify building sites and review due diligence reports to determine the suitability and viability of specific locations. Maximize financial returns on AutoZone’s real estate assets. Analyze property income and expenses to make data-driven decisions related to leasing, purchasing, financing, and capital improvements. Perform due diligence in advance of property acquisition. Visit properties, meet with tenants, and oversee the work of property managers or maintenance staff. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. Minimum of 5 years of real estate experience. Essential project management experience. Strong negotiation skills. Ability to travel up to 70% weekly. This role requires frequent travel to various locations to identify and evaluate potential sites, ensuring you stay connected with the latest market trends and opportunities. Benefits at AutoZone AutoZone cares about people. That’s why AutoZone offers thoughtful benefits programs with one-on-one benefit guidance designed to improve AutoZoners’ physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Some of these benefits include: Competitive pay and paid time off Unrivaled company culture Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options   Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts with wellness rewards Exclusive Discounts and Perks, including AutoZone In-store discount 401(k) with Company match and Stock Purchase Plan AutoZoners Living Well Program for mental and physical health Join us at AutoZone and play a crucial role in our growth and success! Apply today and drive your career forward with us. #JobOpening #RealEstate #AutoZone #CareerOpportunity #JoinOurTeam