Centre Manager

Excellerate JHI; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading real estate services company that values entrepreneurial spirit and excellence. In this role, you will manage a centre, optimizing income streams and fostering relationships with tenants. Collaborate with talented professionals and leverage resources for personal and professional growth. This position requires a well-rounded property professional with a strong background in property management and financial acumen. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a forward-thinking culture that celebrates your contributions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in property/centre management.
• Tertiary qualification in Business or property-related field recommended.

Responsibilities

• Manage a centre by optimizing trading opportunities and lease agreements.
• Maintain financial performance and relationships with tenants.

Skills

Budgeting & financial management

Business writing skills

People management skills

IT literacy (MS Office suite, SAP)

Administration skills

Driver's license

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary qualification in Business (marketing) or property-related field

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. This includes optimizing the building's income stream by establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with tenants, managing personnel, service contractors, repairs, revamps, tenant installations, inspections, and general building administration. This position requires an all-rounded property professional and is profit responsible.

Decision Making Authority

Subject to the mandate received from Portfolio Management:

• Total expense account of a building including all repairs and service contracts, project management expenses
• Replacement/selling of equipment
• Allowances

Experience / Education

3-5 years experience in the property/centre management industry. Minimum qualification grade 12. A tertiary qualification in Business (marketing) or a property-related field is recommended. Retail experience is 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

Advanced property/centre management industry knowledge, basic technical knowledge, contract management, elementary financial management, understanding of lease agreements, cost budgeting, statutory requirements, and 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

• Geographical spread of cluster
• Grading and complexity of buildings in the cluster
• Lease renewal cycle
• Level of service required (tenant/building profile)
• Profile of the centres
• Number of building owners