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Director, Real Estate

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Job Description - Director, Real Estate


Overview:
Marc Jacobs International, powered by the creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Director, Real Estate to join the North
American Commercial team based in our
 New York City (SoHo) headquarters. The Director of Real Estate will collaborate with senior leaders to formulate strategic market plans for the company's retail fleet. This position will identify potential locations, negotiate leases while ensuring alignment with the company's financial and strategic goals. Marc Jacobs International is part of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy (LVMH) fashion division and operates in the wholesale and direct to consumer retail markets.


Responsibilities:
The Director, Real Estate will manage the real estate process from strategy to execution for all existing and new stores in North America. A key member of the Commercial team, this position plays a significant role in expansion plans and marketplace execution.
  • Oversee Marc Jacobs’ real estate portfolio (80+ doors)
  • Lead the planning, development, and acquisition of new site selection
  • Provide strategic analysis and market planning for retail store locations
  • Negotiate lease renewals with landlords
  • Identify new store opportunities for expansion and provide sales forecasts for proposed sites
  • Manage budget for new store openings, relocations and remodels
  • Develop and execute growth strategy based on demographic-based analytics
  • Lead lease portfolio strategy, including tracking lease renewals, expirations, relocation opportunities and rent increases
  • Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, or other consultants as needed to ensure that construction projects proceed according to schedule
  • Travel to markets for store visits & market assessment  


Qualifications
  • 10+ years’ experience in retail real estate with a focus on establishing and growing a retailer’s real estate portfolio
  • Notable networking skills with ability to build and maintain relationships with landlords, developers, and real estate brokers
  • Proven experience leading successful business negotiations  
  • Developed analytical skillset - ability to analyze financial and demographic data
  • Clear verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence across the organization
  • Desire to work independently, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Exceptional knowledge of retail markets across North America
  • Strong planning, organizational and project management skills
  • Comfortable dealing with ambiguity
  • Ability to travel as required (approximately 40%) 

SALARY & BENEFITS/WHAT WE OFFER: 
The compensation for this position ranges from $185,000- $200,000(annually) plus bonus. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidate’s relevant skills and experience. In addition, we offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays, vacation time, sick and personal time, medical, dental and vision insurance, and 401k matching. We also offer discounts on travel, entertainment, and more through our partnership with PerkSpot. MJ employees also receive discounts on MJ products throughout the year, as well as access to discounts on other LVMH brands.

ABOUT MARC JACOBS
For nearly 40 years, Marc Jacobs has been a driving force in fashion with his philosophy: pioneering designs, an irreverent spirit, the everyday and the extraordinary. Today, the brand continues to make its Marc as rebellious, unpredictable, and original.
Our work is founded on our core brand pillars: unexpected, utilitarian, urban, unisex, and unique. NYC in design and spirit, our teams thrive off relentless authenticity, an openness to standing out, and inclusivity for all.

EEO STATEMENT
Marc Jacobs International was founded on Marc’s vision of celebrating uniqueness and being Perfect as You Are. We are committed to building an equitable and inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, background, and experience – all essential to our spirit of innovation and creativity. In line with this commitment, we believe that the best candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in different ways. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed qualifications.
Marc Jacobs International is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.


 
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