Mgr, General

GGP; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision starting on

Generous paid time off

Volunteer hours

Parental leave

Wellness resources

Pet insurance

Commuter benefits

Career development

Job summary

GGP seeks a General Manager to lead Oakwood Center (LA) and drive operational excellence across the property team. The role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and deep knowledge of retail center management to meet NOI, occupancy, and sales targets.

You will collaborate with Leasing, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, and HR to achieve corporate objectives, while developing strong tenant relationships and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2+ years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent management and leadership.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Good working knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Effective writing and communication skills in public speaking.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment.
• Basic computer software knowledge including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Operate and manage a high-performing retail property.
• Prepare and manage multi-year capital and operating expense plans.
• Monitor NOI, cash flow, occupancy, sales, and financing.
• Develop and lead the property team while ensuring policy compliance.
• Partner with Leasing, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, and HR to meet objectives.
• Build relationships with tenants to monitor performance and trends.
• Develop partnerships with local officials and community organizations.
• Support sustainability and tax strategies; assist with AR as needed.
• Participate in MOD scheduling and ensure on-site coverage as required.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Public speaking

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Teams

JDEdwards

Salesforce

Job description

LocationOakwood Center (LA) - 197 Westbank Expy, Suite 33BusinessHeadquartered in Chicago, IL, GGP is a leading retail real estate company with a portfolio of 95+ high-performing retail assets, encompassing over 95 million square feet of space across the United States. As an owner-operator, we’re committed to creating vibrant destinations that bring people and brands together. With a team of 1,200+ employees and a legacy of leadership in retail real estate, we’re shaping the future of the industry by delivering exceptional value to our partners and the communities we serveIf you’re ready to be a part of our team, we encourage you to apply.Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe General Manager inspires and leads the property team and collaborates across disciplines to achieve property specific business metrics and goals. The General Manager builds strong local community relationships, champions corporate-wide initiatives and achieves operational excellence in all areas while complying with safety and health principles.ResponsibilitiesOperate a clean, well maintained property providing guests with a positive shopping experiencePrepare and manage multi-year ordinary capital and operating expense plans to meet or exceed company expectationsStrong ownership and knowledge of key metrics for the property including net operating income, cash flow, occupancy, sales, and property financingManage and develop the talent of the property team while ensuring compliance with all company policies and proceduresDemonstrate executive leadership by guiding successful teams representative of the company’s core valuesPartner with corporate departments including Leasing, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, National Operations, Human Resources, Development (as needed) to ensure property and corporate objectives are metDevelop strong relationships with existing and prospective tenants to know sales performance, merchandise trends, top performing categories/brands and be familiar with local market business and real estate trendsDevelop favorable relationships with local officials, government leaders, first responders, key stakeholders, and community organizationsIdentify opportunities to create meaningful partnerships and experiences that drive community connection with the propertyUnderstand all REA obligations and partnerships with adjacent property ownersSupport the real estate tax team in developing proactive tax strategiesSupport corporate sustainability efforts to reduce the property’s carbon footprintMonitor and assist with accounts receivables as needed to achieve company objectivesSupport the Safety, Health, and Environment program by incorporating GGP’s Life Saving Principles into your work planning and executionParticipate in the Manager on Duty (MOD) schedule during non-office hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. MOD coverage may be defined as on call, when appropriate, and the MOD is required to be on-site at least one Saturday per month. The on-site requirements of the MOD will be determined and approved by leadership.Other duties as assignedQualificationsHigh school diploma or GED requiredBachelor’s degree preferred2+ years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent management and leadershipStrong leadership, interpersonal and relationship building skillsGood working knowledge of financial analysis, budgeting, and forecastingEffective writing and communication skills in public speakingAbility to adapt to changing work environmentStrong working knowledge of various computer software such as Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, JDEdwards, SalesforceRecognizable industry certification preferredOSHA General Industries 30-Hour course preferredCore Competencies: Decision Quality, Directs Work, Builds Networks, Communicates Effectively, Being ResilientThe physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to do the following:The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.The noise level in this work environment is usually moderateBenefit InformationCompetitive compensationMedical, Dental and Vision beginning day 1401(k) Company matching401(k) Vests on Day 1Career development programsCharitable donation matchingGenerous paid time off (i.e., vacation, personal holidays, paid sick time)Paid Volunteer HoursPaid Parental LeaveFamily planning assistance including IVF, surrogacy, and adoption optionsWellness and mental health resourcesPet insurance offeringChildcare AssistanceCommuter benefitsA culture based on our values of Act with Integrity, Build Mutual Trust, Take Initiative, and Win TogetherWe are proud to create a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are grateful for your interest in this position, however, only candidates selected for pre-screening will be contacted.#GGP