Real Estate Manager

About the role

The Real Estate Manager (REM) reports to the Head of Real Estate for Wild Fork and leads the site selection, negotiations and development of company operated lease properties throughout various markets across the United States. The REM will drive new store development within its territory collaborating cross-functionally with Construction, Legal, Operations, Facilities, and Finance. The REM will be responsible for overseeing several projects at any given time and will develop and maintain a pipeline of stores up to 2 years ahead of opening. This is a role that requires a strategic problem solver with strong organizational and communication skills and an ability to lead a team towards a long-term objective.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a pipeline of 15-20 new stores per Opening Year within the assigned REM territory.
• Maintain the market strategies for each activated market within the REM territory using a data driven approach to validate trade areas.
• Develop an understanding of how Wild Fork uses predictive analytics, GIS and mapping tools, demographics, psychographics, competition, traffic and shopping patterns to make real estate decisions.
• Become an expert on the commercial real estate landscape of every active market.
• Regularly tour markets and sites with the brokers and Head of Real Estate.
• Lead the LOI and lease negotiations with the support of the brokers and attorneys.
• Support the Design and Construction Managers on site plans, building design, landlord coordination and permitting approvals.
• Regularly communicate with Operations and seek feedback regarding trade areas and sites prior to presenting deals for approval.
• Prepare Capital Allocation Committee (CAC) approval packages for all new stores.
• Maintain and prioritize projects, tracking critical dates and working with all stakeholders to maintain adherence to lease deadlines and expected opening dates.
• Monitor lease expirations and notice dates and assist the Head of Real Estate in maintaining the existing store portfolio, including executing lease renewals, dispositions and subleases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate with a focus on retail expansion strategy and negotiations.
• Bachelor's degree in real estate, Business, Finance, or related field strongly preferred. Equivalent years’ experience will be considered.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to solve complex problems and prioritize projects with a sense of urgency