Real Estate Manager

Pop Mart; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Health insurance

PTO

Paid sick leave

Family leave

Job summary

POP MART is seeking a Real Estate Manager in Culver City to lead STORE and ROBO Shop development across the United States. You will oversee site selection, market analysis, lease negotiations, and cross‑functional coordination to support rapid growth of POP MART's physical footprint.

The role requires 5+ years in commercial real estate, a Bachelor’s degree, and strong relationships with landlords and brokers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate, retail site selection, leasing, or a related field.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong understanding of U.S. shopping centers and major business districts.

Responsibilities

• Lead Store and ROBO Shop development activities, including site information collection, market research, site visits, evaluation and analysis, investment budgeting, and recommendations.
• Identify and evaluate potential retail locations based on market opportunity, customer demographics, traffic, financial performance, and alignment with POP MART's expansion strategy.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract modifications to secure new Store and ROBO Shop opportunities.
• Partner with landlords, developers, brokers, and other external stakeholders throughout the site selection and leasing process.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support the successful development, launch, and opening of new Stores and ROBO Shops.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key landlords, developers, shopping center operators, brokers, and other real estate partners.
• Maintain strong knowledge of top shopping centers, major business districts, and emerging retail markets throughout the United States.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Construction, Retail Operations, Finance, Legal, and other teams to ensure new locations meet business, financial, operational, and timeline requirements.
• Support POP MART's continued U.S. expansion through market planning, pipeline development, and additional real estate projects as needed.

Skills

Commercial real estate

Leasing & negotiation

Site selection

Market analysis

Relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

POP MART (09992.HK), founded in 2010, is a leading global company in the trend culture and entertainment industry. Centered around IP, POP MART has built a comprehensive platform for creative incubation and IP operation, empowering global creators while delivering exciting products, services, and immersive entertainment experiences to consumers. POP MART identifies and nurtures emerging artists and designers worldwide, creating popular character IPs through a well-established IP development and operation system. Its portfolio includes iconic IPs such as MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, DIMOO, THE MONSTERS, and Hirono. By launching art toys and derivative products based on these IPs, POP MART continues to lead trends in consumer culture. As of the end of first half of 2025, POP MART operates over 550 physical stores and more than 2,500 Robo Shops across the world. Through multiple cross‑border e‑commerce platforms, the company has reached audiences in over 90 countries and regions, bringing joy to young consumers around the world.

Position

Real Estate Manager

Location

Culver City, CA

Department

Real Estate

Salary

$90,000–$120,000 annually

Opportunity Overview

We follow an office policy with an expectation of five days per week working onsite. Being together in person helps us collaborate, stay connected, and build a strong team culture. At POP MART, we foster a high‑trust environment and trust our employees to make decisions that support both the team and the business. POP MART is seeking a strategic and experienced Real Estate Manager to support the expansion of our retail stores and ROBO Shops across the United States. As POP MART continues to rapidly grow its physical footprint, this role will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing high‑impact retail locations that support our long‑term growth strategy. The Real Estate Manager will oversee site selection, market analysis, lease negotiations, and cross‑functional coordination to support the successful rollout of new stores and ROBO Shops. This role requires a strong understanding of the U.S. commercial real‑estate landscape, particularly top shopping centers and major business districts, as well as the ability to build strong relationships with landlords, developers, brokers, and other key stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to directly shape the U.S. footprint of a rapidly growing global brand while combining real estate expertise with innovative retail expansion.

What you will achieve

• Lead Store and ROBO Shop development activities, including site information collection, market research, site visits, evaluation and analysis, investment budgeting, and recommendations.
• Identify and evaluate potential retail locations based on market opportunity, customer demographics, traffic, financial performance, and alignment with POP MART's expansion strategy.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract modifications to secure new Store and ROBO Shop opportunities.
• Partner with landlords, developers, brokers, and other external stakeholders throughout the site selection and leasing process.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support the successful development, launch, and opening of new Stores and ROBO Shops.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key landlords, developers, shopping center operators, brokers, and other real estate partners.
• Maintain strong knowledge of top shopping centers, major business districts, and emerging retail markets throughout the United States.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Construction, Retail Operations, Finance, Legal, and other teams to ensure new locations meet business, financial, operational, and timeline requirements.
• Support POP MART's continued U.S. expansion through market planning, pipeline development, and additional real estate projects as needed.

What you will need

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate, retail site selection, leasing, or a related field.
• Education: Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Retail Real Estate: Demonstrated experience identifying, evaluating, and securing retail locations within the U.S. market.
• Site Selection: Strong understanding of site evaluation, market analysis, investment considerations, and location strategy.
• Leasing & Negotiation: Strong commercial negotiation skills with experience supporting or leading lease negotiations and contract modifications.
• Market Knowledge: In‑depth knowledge of top shopping centers and major business districts across the United States.
• Relationship Management: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, brokers, shopping center operators, and other real estate partners.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Team‑oriented with a willingness to support POP MART's continued growth through additional projects and special assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in retail real estate and shopping center/mall leasing within major U.S. markets.
• Established relationships with major U.S. landlords, developers, brokers, and shopping center operators.
• Experience supporting a high‑growth retail brand with an active new store opening pipeline.
• Experience managing multiple real estate transactions and markets simultaneously.
• Experience partnering cross‑functionally with Construction, Finance, Legal, Retail Operations, and other teams throughout the store development process.
• Familiarity with both traditional retail store development and alternative retail formats, including kiosks, vending, or automated retail concepts.

What We Offer

• Market‑competitive packages: 401k, health insurance, PTO, paid sick leave, and family leave.
• Growth opportunities: on‑the‑job training, leadership development, and stretch assignments to advance your career.
• Career development: opportunities to take on larger responsibilities as POP MART's North America business scales rapidly.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position (e.g., seated or at a desk) for extended periods while operating a computer or other office equipment. Must be able to occasionally lift or move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to travel as needed to conduct site visits, market tours, landlord meetings, and other real estate activities.

Pay Range Details

The base salary range for this position is $90,000–$120,000 annually. This range is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws and may vary based on geographic location. Individual compensation will be determined based on factors including job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and qualifications. This position may also be eligible to participate in the Company's incentive compensation program.

Background Checks

For applicants located in Los Angeles or San Francisco: In accordance with applicable local Fair Chance laws, POP MART conducts criminal background checks only after a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (Los Angeles Municipal Code § 189.04) and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, as applicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity

POP MART is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions at POP MART are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Reasonable Accommodation Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance by emailing [e-mail]. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The qualifications, skills, abilities, and physical demands described in this job posting are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job. *POP MART is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary. *As an Equal Opportunity Employer, POP MART does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, imarital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process may request assistance by emailing [e-mail]. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The qualifications, skills, abilities, and physical demands described in this job posting are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

Company Culture

POP MART is a rising global force in pop culture and entertainment. Our purpose is to celebrate daily moments and inspire through designer toys and fun experiences. Our focus is IP incubation & operations, designer toys & retail, theme parks & experiences, also digital entertainment. As of the end of first half of 2025, POP MART operates over 550 physical stores and more than 2,500 Robo Shops across the world. We manage & represent incredible artists from all over the world. Our roster spans dozens of iconic characters, like MOLLY, DIMOO, SKULLPANDA, THE MONSTERS, HIRONO and more. With our IP characters, we create iconic cross‑overs. Our mission is to light up passion & bring joy around the world. POP MART is not just a brand, it's a galaxy of creative possibilities.