Real Estate & Expansion Director - Romania South Region (f/m)

Summary

Our Central Headquarters teams play roles that are as varied as they are important. Regardless of the department they belong to, what brings our colleagues together is respect, trust, and the drive to do things even better every day. Join us and become part of a team you can rely on, where you can grow and enjoy a matching salary and benefits package. Together we are Lidl, a top employer in Romania and across Europe.

Your role

• Direct, motivate, and evaluate the regional team in line with corporate guidelines, creating a positive work environment, delegating effectively, and driving individual career growth.


• Oversee the expansion strategy by identifying, evaluating, and negotiating high-potential retail locations, property acquisitions, and leases to drive continuous portfolio growth.


• Take responsibility for resource and headcount planning, operational cost management, and continuous tracking of key performance indicators (KPIs) to meet operational and financial goals.


• Coordinate construction projects according to Lidl standards, managing timelines, budgets, contractor assignments, and the acquisition of all required legal operating permits (e.g., fire safety/ISU).


• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, legal regulations, and workplace safety standards while active implementing risk-mitigation measures and CMS HR protocols.

Your profile

• Higher education degree (Bachelor's or Master's degree) in Business Administration, Real Estate, Civil Engineering, Law, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience in a management/leadership position within Real Estate development, expansion, or commercial property management.


• Exceptional strategic thinking, negotiation prowess, decision-making capabilities, and team management skills.


• High willingness to travel frequently across regions (approx. 50% travel required) and a valid driver’s license.


• Readiness for national and international career mobility.


• Result-oriented approach with high standards for quality, cost efficiency, and legal compliance.

Our offer

• You will benefit from a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package (meal vouchers, Easter and Christmas gift vouchers, guaranteed bonuses, etc.);


• You will enjoy a personalized onboarding plan and a dedicated mentor;


• Because your health matters to us, you will receive private health insurance, alongside life and accident insurance;


• We want your birthday to be special, which is why we offer you a day off to celebrate and enjoy yourself;


• You will have access to dedicated training programs for your continuous professional development.

At Lidl, we ensure a fair and non-discriminatory compensation system for all roles within the company.