Retail Real Estate Expansion Director

Burlington Stores, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); Remote; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible hours

Associate discount

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Job summary

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

The role requires deep market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to execute deals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Reporting to the VP of Real Estate Southeast Region, you will collaborate with Legal, Finance, Construction, and Store Planning teams,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of retail real estate experience.
• Strong market knowledge and understanding of retail expansion strategies.
• Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Financial and analytical capability to assess deal economics.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure prime real estate opportunities aligned with Burlington’s expansion goals.
• Lead negotiations for store leases, relocations, and renewals with favorable terms.
• Oversee full lifecycle of openings and relocations from site identification to store opening.
• Stay informed on industry trends and share insights to improve site selection and deal processes.
• Mentor and lead a team, fostering collaboration and growth.

Skills

Negotiation

Market knowledge

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Travel willingness

Job description

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

The role requires deep market knowledge, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to execute deals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Reporting to the VP of Real Estate Southeast Region, you will collaborate with Legal, Finance, Construction, and Store Planning teams,