Centre Manager

Excellerate JHI; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading real estate services company that values entrepreneurial spirit and offers a collaborative work environment. This role involves managing a center, optimizing income streams, and ensuring strong tenant relationships. With a focus on personal and professional growth, you will be part of a team that celebrates contributions and fosters a rewarding career journey. If you have a passion for property management and a knack for financial oversight, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in property/centre management industry.
• Minimum qualification grade 12; tertiary qualification recommended.

Responsibilities

• Manage a centre by optimizing trading opportunities and lease agreements.
• Maintain relationships with tenants and oversee building administration.

Skills

Budgeting & Financial Management

Business writing skills

People management skills

IT literacy (MS Office suite, SAP)

Administration skills

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12

Business (marketing) or property related tertiary qualification

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

Who We Are

We are a leading real estate services company that combines global standards with specialised local knowledge to create customisable high-performance solutions for our clients. We advise property owners and occupiers on every aspect of their property strategies and assist them in the development, buying, selling, leasing, valuing and management of their assets. Our dedication to quality and excellence sets us apart in the industry.

Why choose us

Be part of a forward-thinking culture that values entrepreneurial spirit and celebrates your best work. Collaborate with talented property professionals, leverage unparalleled resources, and enjoy opportunities for both personal and professional growth. At JHI, your contributions are encouraged and celebrated, ensuring a rewarding journey as you advance in your career.

Main Purpose / Objective Of The Position

To manage a centre by optimising all trading opportunities, including lease agreements, and ensuring that the portfolio financial performance remains sound. Optimizing the building's income stream by establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with tenants, managing and controlling personnel, service contractors, repairs, revamps, tenant installations, inspections and general building administration. This position will require an all-rounded property professional. Profit responsible.

Decision Making Authority

Subject to the mandate as received from Portfolio Management:

1. Total expense account of a building including all repairs and service contracts, Project Management expenses
2. Replacement/selling of equipment
3. Allowances

Experience / Education

3-5 years experience in the property / centre management industry. Minimum qualification grade 12. A Business (marketing) or a property related tertiary qualification would be a recommendation. Retail experience essential.

Skills Required

Budgeting & Financial Management, Business writing skills (specs & house rules), People management skills, IT literacy (MS Office suite, SAP), Administration skills, Driver's license.

Knowledge Required

Property / Centre Management industry (advanced), basic technical knowledge, contract management, elementary financial management, workable knowledge of Company policies and procedures, in depth knowledge of lease agreements, understanding of cost budgeting, basic knowledge of statutory requirements, general business acumen.

Competencies Required

Problem solving & decision making, Customer Relationship Building, Communication, Team leadership, Financial & business acumen, Confidence, Assertiveness; Negotiation; Analytical Thinking; Tolerance for Stress; Resilience.

Major Drivers Of Work Volume

1) Vacancies

1. Geographical spread of Cluster
2. Grading and complexity of buildings in Cluster
3. Lease renewal cycle
4. Level of service required (tenant / building profile)
5. Profile of the centre (s)
6. Number of building owners