We have ambitious expansion plans and we’re looking for a Director of Real Estate to help shape the next chapter of our growth. In this role, you’ll lead the full real estate strategy; from identifying high-potential markets and evaluating new sites to structuring and negotiating deals that position Philz for long-term success. You’ll bring a data-driven lens to every decision, balancing performance, brand presence, and community impact as we expand our retail footprint. You’ll work side by side with our Chief Development Officer and partner with teams across Real Estate, Finance, and Operations to drive disciplined, strategic growth in key markets. This role is remote, giving you the flexibility to work from home while staying closely connected to where the action happens - our stores. To make the most of that connection, you’ll need to be based in either the San Francisco Bay Area or Los Angeles. Being in our market means you’ll have the chance to see the impact of your work firsthand and stay close to our operations and culture that Betters People's Day.   WHAT YOU'LL DO  Site Selection Visit markets, research and analyze trade areas, review opportunities and make calculated recommendations for specific sites, prepare site packages and tours for approval Work closely with Real Estate Finance and Operations on due diligence and timing for deal crafting to facilitate internal processes Track deal pipeline and performance goals  Market Analysis Participate in strategic planning Implementation of the market strategy to ensure the ideal store deployment for that season as well as the optimal balance between occupancy cost, store count and sales potential Maintain excellent documentation of past deals to ensure that knowledge/information can be called on to better future positioning and deals In collaboration with key stakeholders, develop the overall real estate strategy for a designated geographic region in the U.S. in line with the Company's overall Real Estate Plan and goals Present real estate strategy and locations for approval by CEO/COO/CDO for all locations within geography Negotiations & Relationship Management Foster and utilize broker, landlord, and other industry relationships Manage landlords, developers, and third-party broker/vendor relationships. Ensure productive and effective relationships with internal departments as well as a strong partnership with the store operations team. Interface directly with developers and/or brokers and landlords in order to ensure the best possible leasing terms while maintaining an excellent business relationship Address and resolve questions and challenges from developers and property managers regarding our stores LOI and lease negotiation in line with the company's real estate vision  WHAT YOU'LL NEED 7+ years of experience in retail site selection & deal negotiation Retail rollout experience; preferably with a quality QSR or lifestyle concept Proven track record of executing strategy, meeting deadlines, hitting goals Strong financial acumen Previous experience working in California and the attached Western states preferred Keen attention to details Excellent negotiating skills and concern for quality deal making ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Visual acuity. Role involves sitting most of the time, walking and standing are required only occasionally Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to others Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers May exert up to 10-20 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects **Compensation & Benefits A reasonable estimate of the starting annual base salary for this role is $160,000 to $180,000 plus bonus. Please note that the base salary will vary based on qualifications, previous experience, and work location. When you join our team, we better your days through our benefits and support programs – we offer our team members medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, optional family life insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health support, holiday pay, Vacation & Sick Time, Team Member discounts, freebie drinks and discounted beans, fun Philz swag, opportunities for growth and advancement, and more!   Philz maintains a policy regarding the employment of relatives and individuals with close personal relationships. Candidates with family members or close personal relationships currently employed by Philz may be subject to additional review to ensure there are no conflicts of interest, supervisory relationship concerns, or impacts on team performance and morale.

At Philz, we’re all about bettering days—one cup, one customer, one community at a time. With our ambitious growth plans, we’re looking for a Director of Finance who can bring clarity to complexity and help guide what’s next. This is a highly visible role at the center of the business, leading financial planning, forecasting, and business intelligence while partnering closely with teams across operations, marketing, and supply chain. You’ll translate data into clear, actionable insight—connecting the numbers to what’s happening in our stores and helping leaders make better, more informed decisions every day. This role is currently remote and must be based within the Greater Los Angeles area. Our teams will return to a hybrid office environment in late 2026.   WHAT YOU'LL DO Financial Planning & Performance Management Lead our financial planning and analysis function - owning budgeting, forecasting, business intelligence, and performance insights across the business Act as both a strategic partner and hands-on builder Work closely with teams across departments such as operations, marketing, supply chain and others to drive thoughtful, data-informed decisions Lead planning through ownership of the annual budget and rolling forecasts, grounded in key drivers like traffic, labor, and product costs Drive Insight by delivering clear, actionable reporting on weekly and monthly performance, highlighting trends and opportunities Business Intelligence & Growth Strategy Build intelligence by elevating our BI capabilities - creating dashboards and tools that empower teams at every level Support growth by modeling new store openings, market strategies, produce/channel strategies, and marketing effectiveness Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Development Collaborate with operations leaders to improve store-level economics and customer experience Build and mentor a high-performing, curious, agile and business-minded finance team   WHAT YOU’LL NEED 8+ years of leadership experience in finance, with strong FP&A and business partnering experience Bachelors degree in economics, finance or similar field, advanced degree preferred Background in multi-unit, retail, or restaurant environments preferred Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and performance analysis Experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx) and advanced Excel skills, use of AI tools a plus Collaborative, low-ego approach with strong communication skills Ability to connect numbers to real-world impact **Compensation & Benefits A reasonable estimate of the starting annual base salary for this role is $195,000 to $200,000 plus bonus. Please note that the base salary will vary based on qualifications, previous experience, and work location. When you join our team, we better your days through our benefits and support programs – we offer our team members medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, optional family life insurance, 401(k) with company match, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, mental health support, holiday pay, Vacation & Sick Time, Team Member discounts, freebie drinks and discounted beans, fun Philz swag, opportunities for growth and advancement, and more!   Philz maintains a policy regarding the employment of relatives and individuals with close personal relationships. Candidates with family members or close personal relationships currently employed by Philz may be subject to additional review to ensure there are no conflicts of interest, supervisory relationship concerns, or impacts on team performance and morale.