Job Description

Regional Acquisition Manager - Property, North East and Central UK, Permanent

At Costa Coffee, we're on a mission to reimagine coffee experiences across the globe. From bustling cities to local communities, we're creating meaningful coffee moments, powered by innovation and driven by purpose.


As a proud part of the Coca-Cola system and working hand in hand with our pioneering partners, we're in over 50 countries and counting. Whether it's served in-store, from a machine, at home, or on the go, every cup is thoughtfully crafted by our passionate teams who put heart into every moment.


Our teams truly make a difference. Whether it's pioneering new tech for the perfect pour, launching award-winning campaigns, developing exciting new menu items, or supporting our people to grow - together, we stir up success.


This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly successful UK&I Property team and play a pivotal role in shaping Costa Coffee's store growth strategy. You'll lead regional new store and relocation plans across Costa Coffee, identifying and acquiring high-impact locations that drive sales and profitability. Working closely with key partners, you'll ensure every store meets our strategic property and brand standards while contributing to high-profile acquisition projects.



We value curiosity, inclusivity, and a problem-solving mindset. If you thrive in a fast-paced, global environment and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.



With inspiring experiences, development programmes, and our apprenticeship scheme, your career can grow far beyond the day-to-day.

What you'll do

Being a

Regional Acquisitions Manager - Property

is about so much more than bringing our coffee to the world. It's your chance to stir up real success - which means you'll be:


Shape and deliver the regional New Store Opening (NSO) strategy, identifying priority locations and segments through robust market, competitor, and performance analysis to build a high-quality pipeline of successful stores. Own the end-to-end NSO acquisition process, from board and capex approval through deal negotiation, legal completion, planning consents, and on-site delivery, ensuring 10-15 high-performing openings per year. Drive commercial performance through best-in-class financial modelling and KPIs, partnering with Finance and Insight teams to ensure new stores meet sales, profitability, and long-term estate objectives. Lead key stakeholder and landlord relationships, positioning Costa as the number-one choice for coffee while managing franchise approvals and supporting partnership growth in line with brand and estate strategy. Collaborate closely with Development, Design, Operations, and external partners to deliver stores efficiently, on brand, on budget, and with concepts that strengthen regional market share.

Who you are

It's your unique ingredients we're interested in:


Market expertise: Deep understanding of UK retail and property markets, including drive-thru, out-of-town, and in-town sectors, with proven multi-site store acquisition or rollout experience. MRICS qualified with 3+ years PQE. Negotiation & relationship skills: Strong track record of managing landlords, partners, and internal stakeholders, building trust and influencing outcomes effectively. Commercial insight & curiosity: Ability to analyse market and competitor activity, using data and insight to inform strategic site selection and drive profitable growth. Drive & ownership: Tenacious, self-starting professional who thrives on delivering results and managing the end-to-end NSO process in a fast-paced environment. Desirable experience: Exposure to franchise or concession agreements, operational knowledge of store performance, and an established network of property/retail contacts.

So, why Costa?

We didn't become a global coffee brand by sitting back. When you work here, you join a community that values passion, progression, and integrity--with some brilliant perks to sweeten the deal. We work in a hybrid environment, giving us the flexibility to balance life while still spending meaningful time together and building strong connections:


Own a piece of Costa's success by becoming a share owner in Coca-Cola with our Share Investment Plan (SIP) An annual discretionary bonus scheme, based on business results and individual contribution. A smart pension that saves you money on tax and national insurance, and matches your contributions up to 10% The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members who find themselves in unexpected financial pressure 50% discount in all Costa-owned stores, and 25% off in other participating stores Private medical cover thanks to our Private Healthcare scheme And that's not all. Explore even more of our perks here: https://bit.ly/costaperks




Location

- Field Based - North East and Central

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For any reasonable adjustments and general queries, please get in touch with costa.recruitment@costacoffee.com



We believe in living life with heart - and that starts with our people.



By showing up as our authentic selves, we create a culture where everyone belongs. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are committed to building an equitable and inclusive environment--one that embraces the unique blend of experiences, identities, and perspectives each person brings. This rich diversity strengthens our teams and reflects the spirit of our global brand.



Grounded in our core values--Disciplined to Deliver, Passion for Progress, Win with Warmth, Courage to Challenge, and Trusted Team Players--we strive to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. From empowering communities through the Costa Foundation to supporting local initiatives, we're committed to changing lives in coffee-growing regions and right here at home.