Sedat Kara

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Real Estate Development
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Istanbul, Istanbul, Türkiye, Turkey
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About Sedat Kara

Experienced Real Estate professional with extensive property and expansion management with 15+ years in the F&B, QSR and retail industries. Managed the national/international franchise & company expansion programs and more than 1K leases across Turkey, Israel and Cyprus. Core Competencies• Site selection: To Identify, search & ensure the best locations for all real estate acquisitions; new or existing malls, f-court, in-line, stand-alone, seasonal locations, airports, flagship stores etc.• Contract negotiation and agreeing to the contract terms.• Managing the design, construction and fit-out.• Market mapping & competitive analysis.• Lease re-negotiation, termination and relocation.• Sales forecast modelling, P&L management and tracking the performance of new stores.• Negotiation of Master & Sub franchise. • Team building, training & management.

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Real Estate Development
Sedat Kara Work Experience Details
  • Bim Birlesik Magazalar A.S.
    Store Development Manager (File Süpermarket)
    Bim Birlesik Magazalar A.S. Apr 2016 - Mar 2017
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Manages all aspects (Real Estate, Construction, Design, Maintenance ) of new store development and existing store portfolio to support the company's rapid and profitable growth;• Lead new store development and existing store portfolio management• Manage all aspects of new store development.• Oversee creation of project development budgets for store construction.• Participates in the development of design objectives to meet company objectives of appearance, quality, quantity… Show more Manages all aspects (Real Estate, Construction, Design, Maintenance ) of new store development and existing store portfolio to support the company's rapid and profitable growth;• Lead new store development and existing store portfolio management• Manage all aspects of new store development.• Oversee creation of project development budgets for store construction.• Participates in the development of design objectives to meet company objectives of appearance, quality, quantity and costs.• Plans and manages business unit/department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives.• Sets clear guidelines for new store standards.• Meets company financial objectives for store performance and average store costs.• Prepare and present site packets for committee approval• Hire and supervise General Contractors and various vendors• Responsible to manage maintenance issues at existing operating stores. Show less
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  • Kasapdöner
    Real Estate Director
    Kasapdöner Mar 2012 - Dec 2014
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Create and conduct " Franchise and Company Development Plans" of Kasap Doner restaurants in the Turkey and abroad. Franchise Agreements signed under my responsibility are;Trump Towers, Radison Hotel Sisli, Sirkeci, 1.Levent, Kadıköy, Atasehir, Ortaköy, G.Osmanpasa, Kartal, Beyoglu, Akbatı AVM, Umraniye, Beylikdüzü, Istiklal Cad.1, Istiklal Cad.2, Bakırköy, Altunizade, Bodrum Marina, Nicosia-Cyprus, Kyrenia, G-Plus ...
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  • Robert'S Coffee
    Director Of Expansion
    Robert'S Coffee Apr 2010 - Jan 2012
    Istanbul, Turkey
    In charge of all franchise development for Robert's Coffee in Turkey.• Organize and supervise all of the franchisee activities. • Conduct business cases, analyze new potential locations, leading the marketing research activities to indicate feasible catchment areas and target venues for new projects.• Contact, appointment and negotiations regarding leasing of location sites and franchise agreement. • Overseeing the whole project during the construction phase until the… Show more In charge of all franchise development for Robert's Coffee in Turkey.• Organize and supervise all of the franchisee activities. • Conduct business cases, analyze new potential locations, leading the marketing research activities to indicate feasible catchment areas and target venues for new projects.• Contact, appointment and negotiations regarding leasing of location sites and franchise agreement. • Overseeing the whole project during the construction phase until the project is ready to opening. Undertaking project planning processes including planning of the site, preparation of the general outfit according to the customer orientation at the site location and technical drawing processes• Developing and managing negotiations and obtainment of all permissions needed from the municipalities.• Visits to the franchisee network & provide market visits reports to the management.• Ensuring that the franchisee business runs profitability and meeting monthly and annual sales targets assigned . Give assistance to franchisees to improve their productivity. • Liaise with all directions on issues related to franchisee and involve with lifecycle management of franchisees. Show less
  • Burger King Corporation
    Real Estate Manager ( Turkey, Israel, Cyprus).
    Burger King Corporation Apr 2007 - Jan 2010
    Emea .East.Med. : Turkey, Israel, Cyprus
    In charge of coordination,planning and control of the development strategy through Annual Strategic Franchise Expansion Plan.150 BK restaurant were opened under my responsibility in Turkey, Israel, S.Cyprus.• Pipeline update with new information on retail space developments in the country.• Site visits to review new developments• Franchisee meetings to discuss potential sites, recommend sites and to review the new sites in their pipeline• Review the financials of a new… Show more In charge of coordination,planning and control of the development strategy through Annual Strategic Franchise Expansion Plan.150 BK restaurant were opened under my responsibility in Turkey, Israel, S.Cyprus.• Pipeline update with new information on retail space developments in the country.• Site visits to review new developments• Franchisee meetings to discuss potential sites, recommend sites and to review the new sites in their pipeline• Review the financials of a new site; rent, fees, construction costs, equipment cost & the sales expectation, the P&L ext.; review the financial viability of each site with the franchisee to decide on the potential sites to be developed.• Visit new sites with the construction team to agree on the key matters – esp. signage / directional signage.• Review the first layout with the architects and resolve all pending problems• Review the equipment schedule per site and confirm all equipment has been ordered and will be received in time for the opening• Review the potential closures, follow up the closure – check the closure has been done to BKC guidelines• Review all remodel plans and check them that they are to BKC standards• Market mapping update• Follow up that the FranchiseA greement has been signed and sent to Madrid RSC before the opening date• Follow up approvals and the execution of closure documents• Franchisee teams’ training: the development manager, the managing director, the planning teams, the equipment teams..• Organize trips to other EMEA countries for the franchisee teams to review new initiatives and meet key people, suppliers ext.• Guide the franchisee applications coming from investors to new countries – esp. the greater Eurasia region - to BKC new country entry team.• Be the communicator and the first point of contact for the company in all local meetings and with the franchisee and participate in the development team and Eurasia country teams Show less
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  • Dia Group
    Sr. Development Manager
    Dia Group Sep 1998 - Apr 2007
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Coordinating of Development Master Plan for Dia-Turkey and training, organizing and controlling development team..450 Dia Sabancı store were opened under my responsibility.Key Responsibilities: • Development and implementation of the company’s expansion strategy . • Creation of tools and regulations for expansion activities • Managing sites search and selection process . • Real estate appraisal, feasibility of the sites, company development forecast • Projects… Show more Coordinating of Development Master Plan for Dia-Turkey and training, organizing and controlling development team..450 Dia Sabancı store were opened under my responsibility.Key Responsibilities: • Development and implementation of the company’s expansion strategy . • Creation of tools and regulations for expansion activities • Managing sites search and selection process . • Real estate appraisal, feasibility of the sites, company development forecast • Projects risks evaluation, legal aspects of estate deals • Creation of development strategy in the country/region • Studying a region/city and identification of best locations • Searching for best store locations with a clear priority schedule • Real estate market monitoring. • Conclusion of contracts, drawing up the budget, coordination between Design, Construction, Fit Out, Retail Operations, and Legal departments • Negotiations with landlords/developers/local authorities/consultants. Agreeing the contract terms for both new stores and lease extensions • Maintaining development/fit-out decisions as per corporate interests and policies • Following through the process from the legal and project points of view, taking care of agreements execution and payment coordination • Following the developments and ensuring close cooperation with the team members: Project Manager, Retail Manager, Market Research Analyst • Managing the fixture, furniture and equipment supply for new stores and store refit projects • Managing the Repair & Maintenance function for the store network and other company facilities • Business plan calculation and budgeting • Working relationships with external partners and authorities, including municipalities • Negotiating and maintaining contacts with various state bodies, developers, consulting companies, technical customers, and other key players in the local real estate market • Cooperation with real estate brokers Show less
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  • Tab Gida
    Expansion Specialist Burgerking _Turkey
    Tab Gida Feb 1996 - Sep 1998
    Istanbul, Turkey
    Expanding fast-food restaurant network throughout Тurkey as an Development Specialist.• Identifies potential markets and site selection for Burger King restaurant.• Analyses and negotiates the lease and rental terms and conditions for shopping malls and highstreets.• Manages process with the financial and legal department to ensure all rental and lease agreements are completed according to Burger King standards. • Coordinates with the technical department regarding the… Show more Expanding fast-food restaurant network throughout Тurkey as an Development Specialist.• Identifies potential markets and site selection for Burger King restaurant.• Analyses and negotiates the lease and rental terms and conditions for shopping malls and highstreets.• Manages process with the financial and legal department to ensure all rental and lease agreements are completed according to Burger King standards. • Coordinates with the technical department regarding the expansion plan and ensures its smooth implementation.• Coordinates with the Operation and Legal Departmant regarding all issues related to the expansion and ensures proper communication with suppliers.• Develops and documents framework to monitor the expansion plan. • Produces and follows up on all related reports, malls presentations, plans, proposals, communication sheet and P&L. Show less
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  • Tsk (Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri)
    Reserve Officer G.Commando
    Tsk (Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri) Mar 1992 - Aug 1993
    Uludere Sirnak
    Military Service(Turkish Armed Forces)
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Sedat Kara Skills

Eurasia Development Equipment Supply Team Building Consulting Market Suppliers Master Plan Prospects Shopping Centers Overseeing Expenses Leases Vendors Location Sales Manages Customer Oriented Cost Bim Market Research Competitive Analysis Finance Franchising Mediterranean Cuisine Dia New Opportunities Sep Ira Construction Real Estate Redesigning New Development P&l Management Furniture Location Intelligence Legal Int Closure Municipalities Search Turkish Technical Drawing Management Design Reality Coaching Turkey Feasibility Studies Profitable Growth Contractors Fixture Signage Maintenance And Repair Real Estate Development Premises Resolve Analyse Department Stores Promoters Leadership Franchise Agreements New Initiatives Monitors Towers Approvals Propose Execution Financial Forecasting Site Visits Seminars Profit Financials Networking Portfolio Management Entry Forecasting Div Team Management Explaining Layout Reports Strategy Hotels Site Location Branding Extensions Agreement Strategies Landlords Budgeting Development Specialist Cooperation Microsoft Excel Approval Process Training Policy Point Of Contact Ext Contract Negotiation Surveying Image Players Project Management Research System Monitoring Commercial Real Estate Licences Liaise Analysis Drawing Grand Openings Marketing Research P&l Demographics Renewals Venues Assumptions New Store Opening Legal Aspects Coordination Retail Space Economical Applications Business Expansion Business Development Communication Schedules Market Mapping Negotiation Madrid Shops Searching Business Operations Expansion Strategy Personal Success International Expansion Quantity Licensing Operations Store Layouts New Store Development Business Case Pipelines Project Planning Permissions Franchisee Selection Project Contractual Agreements Facilities Management Closures Brokers Shopping Presentations Country Responsibility Leasing Policies And Procedures Regulations Company Development New Territories Israel Portfolio Food System Development Reviews Selections Market Monitoring Cad Guidelines Cyprus Esp Site Selection Product Lifecycle Management Development Strategy Proposition Coffee Business Planning Phase Civil Litigation Viability Rate Agents Proposal Writing Interviews Restaurants Market Analysis Trips Budgets Business Strategy Controlling Appraisals Directions Meetings Emea Mergers And Acquisitions Recruiting Evaluation Coordinate

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