Real Estate Manager

Company Overview Apparel that comes from the Japanese values of simplicity, quality and longevity. Designed to be of the time and for the time, LifeWear is made with such modern elegance that it becomes the building blocks of each individual’s style. A perfect shirt that is always being made more perfect. The simplest design hiding the most thoughtful and modern details. The best in fit and fabric made to be affordable and accessible to all. Position Overview Uniqlo is looking for a Manager of US Real Estate who will report to the Director of Real Estate, coordinate the activities of external brokers as well as traveling to specific markets, and help to implement the Company’s new store opening strategies by identifying and securing new sites. Job Responsibilities Assist in the development and prioritization of real estate strategies and development timelines for specific US markets Identify and prioritize sites suitable for new stores, traveling extensively to conduct due‑diligence on all proposed sites and interface with landlords, brokers, and local leaders Maintain positive relationships with landlords to drive store openings as well as to secure store closings, as needed Constantly obtain support from internal cross‑functional team that includes Store Operations, Finance, Legal, and Design/Construction, as well as Global Headquarters Real Estate Help with and in some cases lead negotiating letters of intent and finalizing lease documents while securing optimal deal terms Working with the Director to prepare approval documents for US leadership and Global Committee reviews Build and expand knowledge base for trade area and site assessment, gather data and conduct analyses related to site selection and financial projections/performance, and become the expert in market conditions for all US markets Assist in the development of all store types, from popup to flagship size Other related duties to be assigned by direct supervisor Qualifications Bachelor’s required, preferably in Real Estate or Finance Minimum 3 years of retail real estate experience, across the United States Clear and articulate verbal and written communication skills Ability to build site‑selection proformas and substantiated financial projections Ability to build trust and relationships in a multi‑national working environment Results‑oriented teaming Availability for extensive travel Effective negotiation skills and basic knowledge of retail lease negotiating levers Ability to balance multiple, often competing priorities Facility with Excel and Powerpoint Multi‑lingual background a plus Excellent listening, written and oral communication skills Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality Salary $91,000 - $115,000 annually. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, UNIQLO US does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or because of any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Company is committed to equal pay initiatives and will not ask candidates for their current or past salary. #J-18808-Ljbffr FAST RETAILING CO., LTD.