Director, Real Estate Growth & Site Expansion (Remote)

Burlington Stores, Inc.; Charleston (SC); A distancia; USD 150.000 - 190.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Burlington Stores, Inc. in the United States is seeking an experienced Director of Real Estate to oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and the execution of 20-25 new store openings and relocations annually within the assigned territory.

The role reports to the VP of Real Estate Southeast Region and requires deep market knowledge of the territory, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to execute deals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Formación

• 7+ years of retail real estate experience with a strong track record in site selection, lease negotiations, and deal execution.
• Strong market knowledge and understanding of retail expansion strategies.
• Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills with landlords, brokers, and real estate partners.
• Financial and analytical expertise, with the ability to assess deal economics and make data-driven recommendations.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.

Responsabilidades

• Identify, evaluate, and secure prime real estate opportunities that align with Burlington’s expansion goals.
• Conduct market research and analysis to support decision-making and optimize site selection.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, brokers, and real estate partners to secure the best possible locations.
• Lead negotiations for new store leases, relocations, and renewals, ensuring favorable terms that align with company financial and operational objectives.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Construction, and Store Planning teams to ensure seamless deal execution.
• Manage the real estate approval process, preparing and presenting deal packages to senior leadership.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of new store openings and relocations, from site identification through lease execution and store opening.
• Work cross-functionally to address site-specific challenges and ensure timely delivery of new locations.
• Monitor and manage project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay informed on industry trends, competitor expansion strategies, and emerging retail real estate opportunities.
• Provide recommendations to enhance Burlington’s site selection and deal-making processes.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to share insights and drive continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team environment that aligns with Burlington’s core values.
• Demonstrate leadership by mentoring and developing junior team members and supporting a culture of learning and growth.
• Represent Burlington in the real estate community with professionalism and integrity.

Conocimientos

Site selection

Lease negotiations

Deal execution

Retail real estate

Market knowledge

Negotiation

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Travel willingness

Descripción del empleo

Burlington Stores, Inc. in the United States is seeking an experienced Director of Real Estate to oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and the execution of 20-25 new store openings and relocations annually within the assigned territory.

The role reports to the VP of Real Estate Southeast Region and requires deep market knowledge of the territory, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to execute deals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.