Global Facilities & Real Estate Strategy Leader

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc; Hercules (CA); On-site; USD 234,000 - 321,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical plans for you and…

Free HSA funds

Fertility offering with stipend

Group life and disability

Paid parental leave

401k + profit sharing

Employee stock purchase program

Mental health platform

Learning and development opportunities

Education benefits

Student debt relief program

Pet insurance

Wellness challenges

Paid time off

Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s)

Job summary

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Hercules, CA seeks an experienced Senior Director to oversee our Global Facilities and Real Estate function.

You will shape and execute a global strategy that supports business growth, optimizes our real estate portfolio, and enhances workplace environments across regions. Reporting into Global Supply Chain leadership, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders to guide real estate decisions, improve operational performance, and ensure our facilities

Qualifications

• 15+ years in global real estate, facilities, or property management.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with business case development.
• Experience leading global, matrixed teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a global facilities and real estate strategy aligned with business priorities and long-term growth plans.
• Manage a diverse, multi-site global portfolio, including lease management, acquisitions, consolidations, and capital projects.
• Drive portfolio optimization through data-driven insights, cost management, and proactive planning.
• Lead and develop a high-performing global team, strengthening capabilities and delivering consistent, high-quality service.
• Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, HR, Finance, and Business Units to align facility planning with workforce and operational needs.
• Oversee vendor performance, lease negotiations, and service contracts to ensure operational excellence and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards while advancing sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Global real estate

Facilities leadership

Stakeholder influence

Financial analytics

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. in Hercules, CA seeks an experienced Senior Director to oversee our Global Facilities and Real Estate function.

You will shape and execute a global strategy that supports business growth, optimizes our real estate portfolio, and enhances workplace environments across regions. Reporting into Global Supply Chain leadership, you will partner closely with senior stakeholders to guide real estate decisions, improve operational performance, and ensure our facilities