Associate, Real Estate Market Research

Ross Stores; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 38,076 - 49,745; Full time

Job summary

Ross Stores is seeking an Associate, RE Market Research in Dublin, CA to support site selection, data reporting, and workflow processes. You will maintain files, coordinate with brokers and leadership, and help ensure timely, accurate market insights for decision making.

In this role you will manage intake, organize research by priority, and contribute to improving data quality and reporting capabilities. A degree and Excel/Office proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

• Min 3 years of experience in real estate research or location strategy or project coordination.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Advanced grammar, vocabulary, and editing skills performed with a high degree of accuracy.
• Advanced skills with Excel and Word. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of portfolio management systems and project timeline tracking tools.
• Ability to learn custom Real Estate software programs such as pdSiteLink, MapInfo (GIS), and others.
• Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment.
• Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet project timelines and deliverables.
• Occasional travel may be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment in confidential admin and analytical work for Real Estate Market Research.
• Coordinate between brokers, deal makers, and internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy of information.
• Track and monitor Real Estate Committee approval process for stores.
• Create and maintain files for newly approved sites and prepare memoranda for lease options and amendments.
• Assemble data and analyze information to prepare reports for new store sites.
• Assist in assembling Site Submissions for new development sites.
• Update pdSiteLink with data accuracy and suggest improvements.
• Oversee Real Estate Market Research inbox and prioritize requests.

Skills

Real estate research

Location strategy

Project coordination

Editing skills

Office communication

Multitasking

Data analysis

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

pdSiteLink

MapInfo (GIS)

Microsoft Office suite

Portfolio management systems

Project timeline tracking tools

Job description

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you!

Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As part of our team, you will experience:

• Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving
• Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow
• Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution
• Our commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community.

Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2025 revenues of $22.8 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Associate, RE Market Research supports the Real Estate Market Research department through advanced administrative, data-focused, and project coordination activities related to site selection, reporting, and workflow processes. Maintain documentation, tracking, and communication for Real Estate Committee activities, site approvals, and market research initiatives, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of data and materials. Provide oversight and contribute to the development, refinement, and documentation of processes, tools, and reporting that support the Real Estate Market Research production pipeline, including partnering with the pdSiteLink team to enhance data quality, reporting capabilities, and process efficiency. Manage intake and prioritization of departmental requests and provide support to senior leadership on projects to drive operational efficiency and achieve departmental goals.

The base pay range for this role is $27.64 - $36.11. The base pay range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Exercise independent judgment and personal initiative in performing responsible and difficult technical, specialized, and complex administrative and analytical work of a confidential nature. Support the team when necessary to streamline departmental workflow and communications. Provide assistance to the Senior VP, VP, and Sr. Directors of Real Estate Market Research for special projects as needed.
• Use independent judgment to communicate between brokers, deal makers, and other internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy of information, materials and other items needed to support the Market Research team efforts.
• Track and monitor Real Estate Committee (REC) approval process for potential and existing stores including coordination with Brokers, Deal Makers, Executives, and Real Estate Research team.
• Create and maintain files for newly approved sites, including all correspondence and minutes from the Real Estate Committee and Priority meetings. Responsible for the generation of memorandum for store lease option exercise, lease amendments, kickout, and GOB for executives and the Real Estate Committee. Update new store files and pdSiteLink accordingly. This includes handling of very sensitive information including Legal documents and Real Estate committee communication.
• Assemble data and analyze information to prepare reports and documents from outside sources for new store sites under consideration. Includes Internet research or other research methods in order to obtain pertinent information. Ability to determine what information is deemed necessary for each project.
• Assist in the assembly of Site Submissions for new development sites and distribute to relevant departments and Real Estate Committee members.
• Accurately perform updates in pdSiteLink with attention to detail and making any necessary corrections. Responsible for quality control and process improvement recommendations for pdSiteLink to maintain data integrity and increase functionality.
• Provide oversight and contribute to the development, refinement, and documentation of processes and tools that support the Real Estate Market Research production pipeline.
• Partner with the pdSiteLink team to identify opportunities for new or enhanced reporting that improves process efficiency and data accuracy. Review reports to identify errors, reconcile discrepancies, and help maintain data accuracy within the system.
• Oversee and manage the Real Estate Market Research inbox, serving as the primary point of intake for incoming requests. Review, and route requests appropriately; assist the team in prioritizing request related workload based on urgency, scope, and business impact; and support timely follow up and communication with stakeholders.

COMPETENCIES:

People

• Building Effect Teams (for managers of People and Projects)
• Developing Talent (for managers of people only, N/A for this role/level)

Collaboration

Self

• Leading by Example
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability and Execution
• Manages Conflict

Business

• Business Acumen
• Plans, Aligns and Prioritizes
• Organizational Agility

QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Min 3 years of experience in real estate research or location strategy or project coordination.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Advanced grammar, vocabulary, and editing skills performed with a high degree of accuracy.
• Advanced skills with Excel and Word. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of portfolio management systems and project timeline tracking tools.
• Ability to learn custom Real Estate software programs such as pdSiteLink, MapInfo (GIS), and others.
• Knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment.
• Adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet project timelines and deliverables.
• Occasional travel may be required as needed.
• Position requires extreme confidentiality in handling/distributing reports and studies based on company's proprietary information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ADA:

Job requires ability to work in an office environment, primarily on a computer. Requires sitting, standing, walking, hearing, talking on the telephone, attending in-person meetings, typing, and working with paper/files, etc. Consistent timeliness and regular attendance. Vision requirements: Ability to see information in print and/or electronically. This role requires regular in-office presence, including to engage in in-person team interaction, meetings and collaboration, client support, mentoring, coaching, and/or feedback. However, this role can perform duties effectively using a combination of in-office and remote work.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

DISCLAIMER

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion.

Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross is committed to complying with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, physical, mental or developmental disability, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), veteran status, military status, marital or registered domestic partnership status, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, as well as any other category protected by federal, state or local laws.