Shopping Center Maintenance Coordinator, Facilities - SC/NC/GA

Publix Super Markets; Mount Pleasant (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Shopping Center Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance operations across multiple locations. This role involves managing procurement processes, negotiating with contractors, and ensuring high-quality service standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in facilities maintenance and supplier management, along with a solid understanding of financial concepts. Join a dynamic team that values your expertise and offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a maintenance role with supplier management.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and Ariba is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance within Publix Controlled Real Estate locations.
• Manage maintenance and capital budgets for the assigned territory.

Skills

Supplier Management

Facilities Maintenance

Budget Management

Microsoft Office

Building Systems Knowledge

Financial Concepts Understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Master’s degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Ariba

Job description

Shopping Center Maintenance Manager

The Shopping Center Maintenance Manager oversees all aspects of maintenance within Publix Controlled Real Estate locations within an assigned territory. The incumbent develops, manages, and executes procurement processes for maintenance items and capital upgrades for these locations. The manager also handles selected Publix contractors and services by leading sourcing events, negotiating pricing and additional terms, and executing contracts that meet Publix's high standards of quality and service. The role reports directly to the Maintenance Management Program Manager.

Additional responsibilities include:

1. Facilitating and participating in annual business and category reviews.
2. Managing maintenance and capital budgets for the assigned territory.
3. Developing and monitoring implementation strategies to ensure a seamless transition to new service providers or scope of work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction, or a related field, or equivalent experience in facilities maintenance and shopping center real estate maintenance.
• At least three (3) years of experience in a maintenance role.
• At least three (3) years of experience in supplier management.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic knowledge of Ariba.
• Knowledge of building systems (e.g., roofs, parking lots, painting, exterior, construction).
• Understanding of financial concepts, including P&L statements.
• Knowledge of the supplier selection process.
• Ability to forecast and plan maintenance expenditures.
• Ability to read site plans.
• Willingness to work a variable schedule, including nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Willingness to travel, including overnight stays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in a maintenance role.
• Five (5) or more years of experience in supplier management.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Intermediate knowledge of Ariba.