The Acquisition Team Lead oversees the acquisition, renovation, and installation process for Jaza service locations, managing a team of Expansion Construction personnel.
This role is responsible for ensuring that approved sites are efficiently acquired, renovated, and prepared according to company standards.
The Acquisition Team Lead plays a critical role in translating validated sites into operational Jaza locations, maintaining high-quality standards while meeting acquisition targets.
Accountabilities
Lead a team of Expansion Construction personnel to achieve site acquisition targets.
Ensure the team maintains a First Pass Yield (FPY) of ≥95% for site acquisitions, minimizing the need for rework.
Maintain team staffing levels to ensure the required acquisition roles are filled.
Own the quality standards for site acquisition, renovation, and installation processes.
Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and landlords across the region.
Roles & Responsibilities
Team Management and Development:
Recruit, train, and mentor Expansion Construction personnel.
Assign and track team member responsibilities for site acquisitions in assigned regions.
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
Identify training needs and coordinate skill development for the acquisition team.
Ensure team members understand and follow acquisition quality standards.
Site Acquisition Management:
Develop and implement acquisition strategies based on expansion targets.
Review and approve lease negotiations and contracts before finalization.
Oversee the site registry and documentation process for acquired properties.
Coordinate with legal team to ensure compliance with local regulations and requirements.
Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the acquisition process.
Renovation and Installation Oversight:
Approve renovation plans and budgets for acquired sites.
Manage vendor and contractor relationships for construction and renovation projects.
Establish quality control protocols for renovation and installation work.
Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and quality of work.
Ensure all sites meet structural and safety requirements before commissioning.
Quality Assurance:
Maintain FPY of ≥95% for site acquisitions by implementing quality control measures.
Review and approve final site preparations before handover to the commissioning team.
Identify reasons for rework and implement corrective measures to improve quality.
Document and standardize best practices for site acquisition and renovation.
Conduct periodic acquisition audits to ensure compliance with standards.
Reporting and Communication:
Provide regular updates to QA Expansion/Growth Lead on acquisition progress.
Present acquisition data and insights during expansion team meetings.
Document and report key metrics including sites acquired, leased, FPY, and rework rates.
Escalate critical issues that may impact acquisition timelines or quality.
Contribute to the refinement of acquisition criteria and processes.