Regional Manager

About the role

The Regional Manager will drive store expansion, franchise development, and operational coordination across a defined U.S. region. Reporting to the U.S. Country General Manager, the role oversees the full lifecycle of new store openings and franchise partner acquisition.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end store development, including site selection, market evaluation, lease negotiations and construction oversight.
• Coordinate with internal teams, designers, contractors and municipal authorities to secure permits, approvals and licensing.
• Identify, recruit and negotiate with potential franchise partners, maintaining a pipeline of qualified candidates.
• Support franchisees through pre‑opening processes and regional expansion goals.
• Maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, municipal partners and other local stakeholders.
• Handle regional administrative tasks, documentation, compliance filings and issue resolution for both company‑owned and franchised locations.

Required profile

• Based in the United States, preferably in or familiar with San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland or Sacramento.
• Strong understanding of U.S. commercial leasing, permitting processes and retail/restaurant store development.
• Experience in franchise development, business development or multi‑location expansion.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship‑building skills.

Required skills