Director, Asset & Fund Management, Logistics (Based in Chicago, United States)

Mapletree; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in real estate is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee its logistics portfolio in the United States. This role is pivotal in enhancing asset value and delivering sustainable returns to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in logistics real estate, demonstrating strong leadership and analytical skills. You will be responsible for formulating effective business strategies, managing fund performance, and collaborating with teams across different regions. If you are driven and results-oriented, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in logistics real estate management.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the logistics business portfolio in the US and enhance asset value.
• Formulate strategies for portfolio growth and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Business Development

Communication Skills

Analytical Thinking

Education

Degree in Real Estate

Degree in Business

Degree in Finance

Job description

About The Company

Headquartered in Singapore, Mapletree is a global real estate development, investment, capital and property management company committed to sustainability. Its strategic focus is to invest in markets and real estate sectors with good growth potential. By combining its key strengths, the Group has established a track record of award-winning projects, and delivers consistently attractive returns across real estate asset classes.

The Group manages three Singapore-listed real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) and nine private equity real estate funds, which hold a diverse portfolio of assets in Asia Pacific, Europe, the United Kingdom (“UK”) and the United States (“US”). As at 31 March 2024, Mapletree owns and manages S$77.5 billion of office, retail, logistics, industrial, data centre, residential and student accommodation properties.

The Group’s assets are located across 13 markets globally, namely Singapore, Australia, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, the UK, the US and Vietnam. To support its global operations, Mapletree has established an extensive network of offices in these countries.

The Role

You will lead the logistics business portfolio in the United States and be responsible for overall positioning of assets, the enhancement of cash flow and asset value.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the performance of the US logistics portfolio and the management of the portfolio fund value.
• Deliver sustainable and consistent returns to stakeholders and drive portfolio performance through effective marketing, as well as property and asset management plans.
• Formulate and drive effective business strategies to stabilize and grow the current portfolio.
• Assume fund management responsibilities for the US Logistics private fund.
• Formulate market entry/exit strategies to ensure higher returns upon disposition.
• Oversee the day-to-day management and operations of the US logistics portfolio and work closely with colleagues from different support functions in the United States and Singapore to meet strategic, investment and operational business objectives of the Group.
• Provide regular reporting to the Senior Management team in the US and Singapore, and the relevant Investment Committees.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Real Estate, Building, Business, Finance or its equivalent.
• At least 15 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity.
• Good knowledge of the logistics real estate in the US.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Be operationally hands-on with sound financial grounding and skills.
• Have an analytical mind and strong business development skills.
• Highly driven and results-oriented, with strong initiative and excellent communication skills to work in a fast-paced and multi-cultural environment.
• Travelling is required for this role.