Director, Real Estate- Midwest

WHO ARE WE:Headquartered in Southern California, Skechers—the Comfort Technology Company®—has spent over 30 years helping men, women, and kids everywhere look and feel good. Comfort innovation is at the core of everything we do, driving the development of stylish, high-quality products at a great value. From our diverse footwear collections to our expanding range of apparel and accessories, Skechers is a complete lifestyle brand.ABOUT THE ROLE:Negotiate real estate deals for the Midwest USA and Western Canada territory for Skechers Retail stores, including Concept stores (mall and high street), Outlet stores, Big Box stores, Temporary stores, and other retail formats. This includes new stores, remodels, expansions, relocations, short-term extensions and early terminations. This position reports to the Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Construction.WHAT YOU'LL DO:Analysis and understanding of the company's strategic retail plan and market expansion goalsSite identification and market research for optimal retail locationsGathering and preparation of comprehensive due diligence materials (proformas, site maps, photographs, demographic analysis, traffic counts, comparable sales data, market research, etc.)Preparation of letters of intent and lease proposalsNegotiate lease economics for new locations and lease renewals, optimizing terms and costsCoordinate and collaborate with legal counsel on lease agreement negotiations and executionWork closely with design, construction, merchandising, and operations teams to ensure projects open on scheduleManage lease portfolio including expirations, renewals, and early terminationsNegotiate deals and prepare detailed proformas for Real Estate Committee reviewEnsure all leases are fully executed prior to commencement of construction activitiesContinuously evaluate and improve lease language and terms when negotiating dealsMonitor lease compliance and implement risk mitigation strategiesMaintain and cultivate relationships with brokers, landlords, developers, etc.Perform additional real estate and leasing duties as assignedWork from home with occasional visits to the home office.Travel to retail sites (approx. 50% of the time).Performance Target: Deliver 20+ net new stores annually while optimizing lease terms and costsMonthly Real Estate Committee meetings to present store opportunities to the management team. These are typically held onWHAT YOU'LL BRING:Proven experience in retail real estate, preferably in soft goods, footwear, or fashion retailStrong analytical skills and advanced negotiation capabilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and PeopleSoftExperience with real estate software platforms (CoStar, Argus, or similar) preferredData analytics and market research capabilitiesExcellent communication skills with ability to work effectively in cross-functional teamsDemonstrate ability to provide and receive constructive feedbackStrong project management skills: meets deadlines, prioritizes effectively, adapts to change, maintains composure under pressureUnderstanding of retail construction principles, store planning, and design processesResults-oriented with proactive problem-solving approachKnowledge of Midwest USA and Western Canada retail markets preferredREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree required10+ years of progressive experience in commercial real estate site selection, analysis, and lease negotiationThe pay range for this role is $190,000-$235,000/yr USD. #LI-NK1About SkechersSkechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.Equal Employment OpportunitySkechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.Reasonable AccommodationApplicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.

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