Area General Manager

Simon Property Group; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group at North Georgia Premium Outlets is seeking a Center Manager to protect and enhance the owner’s assets by translating center objectives into operations, marketing, leasing and profit programs. You will lead the mall team, oversee income sources, and coordinate with tenants and local authorities to implement strategic plans.

The role emphasizes EBITDA growth, leasing outcomes, security, and marketing execution, requiring strong budgeting, analysis, and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent retail environment
• Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college or university preferred
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents
• Effective writing and communication skills in public speaking
• Good working knowledge of budgeting, accounting and financial analysis
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment

Responsibilities

• Maximize EBITDA through increasing income sources while controlling expenses within Procure to Pay (P2P) parameters
• Manage net profit programs for maximum results and benefit, including Redistribution, Parking Services, and Waste Handling
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Strategic Business Plan which addresses the opportunities and needs of the center
• Maximize local leasing results through the development and oversight of the local tenant leasing process from lead generation to tenant opening
• Support Leasing Representatives in developing and implementing the center's leasing strategy
• Represent the Company and develop strong relationships with existing and prospective tenants
• Respond to tenant issues, conduct meetings to discuss marketing, operations and security
• Coordinate with local governmental permit agencies to overcome obstacles delaying tenant construction
• Work with Security Services to create a safety and security program and CEMP for each property
• Support marketing in developing a comprehensive marketing plan to enhance sales and SBV revenues
• Maintain visual presentation and merchandise standards for retail zones and kiddie rides
• Create a world class shopping experience with operating standards and preventative maintenance
• Develop and retain a highly skilled mall team with proper training
• Maximize the mall’s influence in the community and with partners

Skills

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Communication

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree from a 4-year college or university

Job description

Job Location: North Georgia Premium Outlets

Primary Purpose:

The primary purpose of this position is to protect and enhance the owner's real estate assets by identifying center objectives, and through the direction of subordinates and the performance of income producing activity, translate these objectives into operations, marketing, leasing and other profit enhancing programs.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Maximize EBITDA through a deliberate process of increasing all potential income sources, while controlling expenses within Procure to Pay (P2P) parameters
• Manage net profit programs for maximum results and benefit, including but not limited to: Redistribution, Parking Services, and Waste Handling
• Develop and implement a comprehensive Strategic Business Plan which addresses the opportunities and needs of the center
• Maximize permanent local leasing results (LLT) through the development and oversight of the local tenant leasing process from lead generation to tenant opening
• Actively contribute and support the Leasing Representative and Local Leasing Representative in developing and implementing the center's leasing strategy
• Professionally represent the Company and develop strong relationships with existing and prospective tenants.
• Proactively respond to tenant issues, conduct formal and informal tenant meetings to promote/discuss marketing, operations and security
• Support Tenant Coordination and work with local governmental permit agencies to overcome obstacles that can delay tenant construction
• Work with Security Services Provider to establish a customized safety and security program and Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) customized for each property, and assure appropriate Simon Programs are in place
• Support marketing in the development and execution of a comprehensive marketing plan that enhances Shopping Center and key retailer sales, enhances SBV revenues, deliver compelling mall programming and maximize technological resources such as social media to connect with shoppers
• Maintain exceptional visual presentation, design standards and merchandise use for the retail zones of the property including the strategic location of kiddie rides and vending uses
• Create a world class shopping experience for customers through establishing and maintaining exceptional operating standards including; maximizing contracted services, oversight of the property’s preventative maintenance program, development of a comprehensive energy and capital plan
• Develop and retain a highly skilled mall team.
• Provide employees with appropriate tools and training to create an environment that maximizes performance and adheres to all company policy and procedures
• Maximize the mall’s influence and leadership position in the community and with partners for the company’s benefit

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3- 5 years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent retail environment
• Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college or university preferred
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents
• Effective writing and communication skills in public speaking
• Good working knowledge of budgeting, accounting and financial analysis
• Strong interpersonal and relationship skills
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment

Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future. Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.