Director of Real Estate

GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider (3PL), we power A Better Way to Deliver for the world’s top brands and manufacturers. Fuel your career with GEODIS and discover endless growth opportunities. Your role on the team: Develop and execute a forward-looking real estate strategy aligned with logistics network performance, customer demand, and business growth Optimize a portfolio of ~230 locations, including warehouses, distribution hubs, and branches Continuously evaluate network design, recommending site openings, relocations, consolidations, or exits to improve efficiency and service levels Lease Lifecycle & Portfolio Planning Own the strategic planning of lease cycles (3–5 years) in alignment with customer contract renewals Define renewal, relocation, or exit strategies well in advance of key decision points Ensure flexibility in the portfolio to accommodate volume changes and evolving customer requirements Internal Brokerage & Transaction Oversight Partner with the real estate brokerage team to prioritize transactions and ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives Provide clear briefs, business cases, and decision frameworks for site selection and renewals Oversee transaction pipelines, timelines, and outcomes leveraging the full real estate portfolio of GEODIS AMS versus service lines What you need: 8–12+ years of experience in corporate real estate, logistics network strategy, or multi-site operations Strong understanding of network optimization, site selection drivers, and operational requirements Experience working with internal or external real estate brokerage teams Strong financial and analytical capabilities (business case development, cost modeling, ROI analysis) Proven ability to work cross-functionally in complex, fast-paced environments Experience in contract-linked or customer-driven site models preferred Familiarity with warehouse, distribution center, or last-mile facility requirements preferred Exposure to network modeling tools or supply chain optimization methodologies preferred Operational & Logistics Integration Incorporate logistics considerations such as transportation access, last-mile efficiency, dock access, labor availability, and throughput capacity into all real estate decisions Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure facilities support service delivery and scalability Support network redesign initiatives and continuous improvement efforts What you gain from joining our team: Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app. Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment! Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment Paid maternity and paternity leave Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app Free financial wellness programs Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community + more! Join our Team! Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr GEODIS