Head Of Real Estate

Head of Real Estate

The Head of Retail Real Estate is responsible for owning the full lifecycle of the companys retail real estate function from tactical execution to long-term strategic planning. This leader drives our national growth strategy by identifying securing and optimizing store locations that deliver strong financial performance. The role manages all external broker relationships evaluates and adjusts brokerage coverage leads site selection analysis and partners closely with Finance and Operations to support profitable expansion. This position reports to the CEO.

This position requires a highly analytical relationship-oriented leader who can balance speed discipline and strategic thinking to accelerate the companys growth.

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Key Responsibilities

Strategic Real Estate Leadership

Lead the end-to-end retail real estate strategy to support the companys growth objectives.

Analyze market trends competitive landscapes demographic data and financial modeling to determine optimal markets and sites.

Own the long-term real estate pipeline including new market entries and infill strategies.

Evaluate performance of current brokerage partners and determine changes improvements or expansions in coverage.

Site Selection & Deal Execution

Identify analyze and recommend new store sites based on customer financial demographic and operational criteria.

Conduct thorough site visits to evaluate trade areas access competition and store performance potential.

Prepare and present site recommendations for internal approvals including financial analyses and risk assessments.

Lead negotiations for leases renewals amendments and real estate deal terms to ensure profitable store economics.

Portfolio & Broker Management

Maintain strong relationships with brokers landlords developers and municipalities.

Measure broker performance and replace or adjust partners as necessary.

Oversee portfolio optimization strategies including relocations closures and renegotiations of existing stores.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Finance to evaluate deal profitability ROI and long-term contribution.

Work closely with Operations Legal and Store Development teams to ensure smooth execution of approved sites.

Provide real estate expertise for corporate planning capital allocation and multi-year growth models.

Business Impact & Governance

Monitor market conditions and proactively identify risks and opportunities that impact the portfolio.

Ensure compliance with internal processes documentation standards and approval requirements.

Maintain accurate records reporting and analytics for all prospective and active deals.

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Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Business Real Estate Finance or related field.

8 years of experience in retail real estate acquisition strategy or portfolio management.

Demonstrated success managing broker networks and negotiating commercial leases.

Strong analytical skillsability to interpret data build financial models and support deal profitability.

Experience working across multiple states or regions.

Excellent communication influencing and relationship-building abilities.

Ability to balance tactical urgency with strategic long-term planning.

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