Regional Head of Real Estate

For our client, an international retail company, currently we are looking for an experienced person to take the position of:
 
Regional Head of Real Estate
 
Purpose: The role is responsible for managing the real estate portfolio with a focus on reducing rent costs, increasing flexibility, and aligning leases with company standards. It involves ensuring the portfolio supports the retail strategy, both in the short and long term, by setting up and managing complex processes, analyzing data, and providing proactive advice for business decisions related to expansion, relocations, and closures.
 
Duties:

• Develop and execute regional real estate strategy in line with company growth and brand positioning.
• Lead the process of identifying and selecting new store locations.
• Oversee lease negotiations and manage relationships with landlords and real estate partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Finance, Operations, etc.) to ensure alignment.
• Stay updated on market trends, demographics, and consumer behavior.
• Manage the real estate budget and track financial performance.
• Lead regional real estate teams.

 
Requirements:

• Higher education in Real Estate or Business
• Min. 5 years of experience in international retail real estate management
• Excellent English skills
• Experience of working in an international commercial property environment, preferably in the fashion, beauty or lifestyle industry
• Strong analytical skills and experience in portfolio management