Director, Real Estate

Groupe Dynamite Inc.; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Real Estate to lead their leasing and expansion efforts across North America. This pivotal role involves negotiating leases, managing relationships with landlords, and conducting market analyses to support strategic growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid background in business administration, and a proven track record in real estate management. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and personal development, and be part of a company recognized as one of Montréal’s Top Employers. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving retail environment.

Benefits

Performance-driven bonuses

Group retirement savings program

Flexible group insurance

Employee discount at Garage and Dynamite

Exclusive private sample sales

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in real estate management or similar roles.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a focus on retail leasing.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate initiatives including lease negotiation and site selection.
• Support strategic fleet optimization and maintain landlord relationships.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Acumen

Critical Thinking

Conflict Management

Education

BA in Business Administration

BA in Accounting

BA in Finance

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Overview
Groupe Dynamite Inc. (GDI) is a Montréal-based, public company of integrated omni-channel brands, designing and distributing accessible, trend-forward fashion for women since 1975. Our mission of "Empowering YOU to be YOU, one outfit at a time" is brought to life through the GARAGE and DYNAMITE banners and represents the consumer-centric core of GDI's long-standing success as a leading retailer in North America. Today, GDI operates nearly 300 stores across Canada and the United States, as well as shoppable brand experiences at Garageclothing.com and Dynamiteclothing.com.

Job Summary
Reporting to the VP, Real Estate, the Director of Real Estate is responsible for reviewing, managing, and negotiating leases and their renewals, as well as supporting store expansion in the Canadian and U.S. markets.

Responsibilities

• Manage real estate initiatives, including market visits, development strategy and planning, site selection, deal analysis and presentation, lease negotiation and administration, and deal pipeline management;
• Negotiate favourable terms and conditions for offers and leases including their renewals, terminations, and all other related documentation, in the assigned territory;
• Support the Vice President in creating and implementing strategic fleet optimization plans and objectives;
• Manage and maintain relationships with landlords, real estate brokers, owners, and developers within the assigned region;
• Participate in sales calls with business analysts;
• Participate, with the support of the Finance Department, in preparing P&L analyses for the business units that are part of the assigned territory. Serve as the main point of contact between various departments, such as store design, construction, Sales Ops, and landlords to ensure that new store openings go smoothly;
• Communicate, troubleshoot, and resolve key issues with landlords as required;
• Conduct proactive market analyses to understand the different demographic landscapes and stay up to speed with the markets.

Qualifications

• BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field;
• 8+ years of experience in a similar role;
• Excellent team player and coach;
• Strong business and financial acumen to understand and provide context for decisions, as well as the ability to challenge and influence them when required;
• Excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to speak and write clearly and concisely to get messages across with the desired effect;
• Critical thinker with high emotional intelligence and strong conflict management skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and confidentiality;
• The ability to interact with multiple stakeholders and proactively anticipate their needs;
• Strong analytical skills to be able to assess deals as well as review and negotiate leases and renewal documentation;
• A comprehensive understanding of retail real estate leasing, both at the national and U.S. level;
• The ability to travel across North America (about 30% of the time).

At GDI, You Will Be Part Of a Growing Organization That Understands The Importance Of Investing In People And Offers You:

• A comprehensive compensation package that includes performance-driven bonuses;
• A group retirement savings program with employer matching;
• Flexible group insurance with personalized coverage that meets your needs;
• An employee discount at Garage and Dynamite;
• Exclusive private sample sales;
• A flexible vacation policy;
• And more!

GDI has been repeatedly voted one of Montréal’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

Our promise…
No day will be like the last—we aim to be better today than we were yesterday. We are committed to employment equity. Candidates that are retained will be called for an interview.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management

Industries

• Retail