NORTHERN CALIFORNIA BASED BIG BOX RETAILER

$275K BASE PLUS SIGNIFICANT BONUS

This RVP position will handle the planning, leadership, and short-and-long strategies for store development within multiple regions of the U.S.  This will also include negotiation of new store sites, relocation, and replacement expansion.  You will drive strategic market assessment within the specified region.  You will also be accountable for strategic store development objectives for your regions.  You will also handle sales estimates, proforma occupancy costs, impact on P&L of each store, and cannibalization.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the coordination and maintenance of all legal documents needed to lease or sublease the properties within the region.
• Develop and maintain cohesive communication and excellent working relationships with real estate brokers, developers, owners, landlords, attorneys, architects, real estate representatives of other retail tenants and local government officials (i.e. city council members, planning commissioners, city planners, city managers, etc.); coach Real Estate Directors on building and maintaining these relationships, as assigned.
• Develop regional deal strategy to support and execute the strategic plan, including traveling to and reviewing all recommended sites within their multiple regions.
• Determine and guide company’s approach and representation with external agencies, such as brokers, attorneys, and sign consultants within the region.
• Track and maintain knowledge of industry and competitor trends, strategies, and approaches.
• Monitor store and multiregional performance including occupancy cost and cannibalization.
• Create an organizational climate and environment, which emphasize teamwork, communication and excellence.