Senior Director - Real Estate - Spencer Gifts - Philadelphia

Job description
Sr. Real Estate Director Responsibilities:
Ensure efficient and productive functioning of the Real Estate Department with regard to proper research, direction, cost controls, and negotiations for all new stores, lease renewals and store remodels
Establish strong negotiating positions and relationships with developers and other outside resources and contractors in order to secure the objectives and goal of Spencer’s.
Travel as necessary (approximately 25% of the time, including internationally) to investigate new markets and locations, attend meetings, conventions and conferences relating to Real Estate
Assert strong negotiation position with attorneys/developers to secure fair terms on new leases and amendments.
Manage Real Estate which entails developing and implementing market strategy, creating economic guidelines to ensure all deals are made with most favorable terms for Spencer’s, renewing leases in a timely fashion at the most favorable terms, and justifying these decisions with financial analyses and other supportive documentation
Act as Public Relations Representative for Spencer’s as it relates to Real Estate issues and performance

Coordinate lease management process including but not limited to lease analyses, reports, lease rental expenses, and financial justifications of presentation
Assist in lease negotiation process to ensure all business terms are incorporated in leases, as well as all protective lease clauses to benefit company

Desired Skills and Experience
Sr. Real Estate Director Requirements:
Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university and more than 13 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong understanding of MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Internet applications
Proven understanding of the shopping center industry - prior retail or landlord experience preferred.
Strong understanding of US Mall based knowledge. Understanding of outlets and/or Canadian retail is a plus.
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills
Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams
Strong, professional and effective verbal and written communication skills
Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment, encouraging feedback and innovation
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to adapt well to change in direction and priority in a fast- paced and deadline-oriented environment

Working at Spencer’s will be fun, challenging, fast-paced and rewarding. We are a motivated, energized and dynamic culture that is dedicated to supporting our team with the productive tools and efficient resources necessary to achieve our challenging objectives. Success will be shared by our team of results-driven and principled associates.

We offer the following benefits:
• competitive salary
• career advancement
• incentive Plan
• 25% discount on merchandise
• an excellent benefits package including Vacation/Sick/Holiday pay, Medical/Dental/Disability/Life and AD&D insurance & 401k.

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