Director, Real Estate – Midwest
Launch Potato
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: United States
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Salary
💰 $190,000 - $235,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Negotiate real estate deals for the Midwest USA and Western Canada territory for Skechers Retail stores
- Analysis and understanding of the company's strategic retail plan and market expansion goals
- Site identification and market research for optimal retail locations
- Gathering and preparation of comprehensive due diligence materials (proformas, site maps, photographs, demographic analysis, traffic counts, comparable sales data, market research, etc.)
- Preparation of letters of intent and lease proposals
- Negotiate lease economics for new locations and lease renewals, optimizing terms and costs
- Coordinate and collaborate with legal counsel on lease agreement negotiations and execution
- Work closely with design, construction, merchandising, and operations teams to ensure projects open on schedule
- Manage lease portfolio including expirations, renewals, and early terminations
- Monitor lease compliance and implement risk mitigation strategies
- Maintain and cultivate relationships with brokers, landlords, developers, etc.
- Perform additional real estate and leasing duties as assigned
Requirements
- Proven experience in retail real estate, preferably in soft goods, footwear, or fashion retail
- Strong analytical skills and advanced negotiation capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and PeopleSoft
- Experience with real estate software platforms (CoStar, Argus, or similar) preferred
- Data analytics and market research capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
- Strong project management skills: meets deadlines, prioritizes effectively, adapts to change, maintains composure under pressure
- Understanding of retail construction principles, store planning, and design processes
- Results-oriented with proactive problem-solving approach
- Knowledge of Midwest USA and Western Canada retail markets preferred
- Bachelor's degree required
- 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial real estate site selection, analysis, and lease negotiation
Benefits
- Equal Employment Opportunity
- Health insurance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Community involvement initiatives
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
retail real estatelease negotiationmarket researchdata analyticssite identificationdue diligencelease complianceproject managementretail construction principlesstore planning
Soft Skills
analytical skillsnegotiation capabilitiescommunication skillscross-functional collaborationproblem-solvingadaptabilitytime managementrelationship managementresults-orientedcomposure under pressure
Certifications
Bachelor's degree