Within the objectives and authority approved by the Expansion Director, negotiate with landlords, shopping centers, or brokers regarding rent, lease term, renewal options, rent-free periods, escalation rates, CAM/NNN charges, Tenant Improvement Allowance (TIA), security deposits/guarantees, delivery conditions, signage rights, exclusivity provisions, landlord work, and other commercial terms. Continuously gather market intelligence regarding rental rates, vacancy rates, competitor store openings/closures, major commercial developments, and leasing activity within target cities and trade areas, providing frontline market information to support the Expansion Director in adjusting expansion strategies.