Director of Real Estate Job in Los Angeles 90001, California US
Bring your passion for fashion to today's Burlington Coat Factory. If you are interested in a career in retail, consider joining one of the largest off price retailers of apparel and home furnishings in the nation. We always have a large selection of quality name brand merchandise at huge savings; coats, clothing and shoes for the whole family, fashionable accessories, home decor, and everything for baby. Burlington means one-stop shopping for labels you love at prices you love even more. With more than 400 stores, we're always looking for good talent that can drive results.
Position Description
The Director of Real Estate is responsible for all real estate activity within their territory, including new store development, lease renegotiations, relocations.
* Execute against established real estate strategy, including market analysis and strategic placement of new stores
* Execute real estate transactions, including planning, negotiating, and managing the local brokers
* Ensure the real estate transactions meet the financial and operating objectives of the Company
* Coordinate the overall real estate process by working with Store Planning, Construction, Legal, Store Operations and Finance
* Lead, plan, and participate in site visits for real estate selection
* Must have overall market knowledge for big box retailers in an assigned territory
* Must be able to travel to domestic properties, approximately 3 trips per month
* Participation in monthly Real Estate Committee Meetings.
Competencies
* Results oriented
* Strong business and financial acumen
* Focus on relentless improvement
* Demonstrated ability to think strategically
* Ability to lead change and thrive in a growing, successful environment
* Strong project management and planning skills
* Heightened sense of ownership and accountability
* Demonstrated success at developing others
* Highest level of Core Values
* Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build and sustain relationships
* Excellent financial and real estate analytical capability
* Strong multi-tasking ability with strict attention to detail
* Excellent organizational and administrative skills
* Market knowledge of assigned territory
Education/Experience:
* 10 years experience in retail development in a big box environment
* Bachelor's degree required
* JD or MBA preferred
Physical Demand
* 25% to 40% travel required depending on region
