Real Estate Manager

At Five Below our growth is a result of the people who embrace our purpose: We know life is way better when you are free to Let Go & Have Fun in an amazing experience, filled with unlimited possibilities, priced so low, you can always say yes to the newest, coolest stuff! Just ask any of our over 27,000 associates who work at Five Below and they’ll tell you there’s no other place like it. It all starts with our purpose and then, The Five Below Way, which is our values and behaviors that each and every associate believes in.It’s all about culture at Five Below, making this a place that can inspire you as much as you inspire us with big ideas, super energy, passion, and the ability to make the workplace a WOWplace!Location: This is a remote role and requires someone to be based in Georgia, Alabama, or Mississippi.Position Summary:The Real Estate Manager is responsible for collaborating withlocal broker teams, master broker & Real Estate Senior Analystto develop a comprehensive and strategic real estate market plan for their assignedterritories, andthen oversee and execute on all aspects of the real estate life cycle within the same(I.e., from site selection,deal negotiation, lease negotiation,to opening, to restructuring, remodeling, repositioning). Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree orMaster’s Degreein Business Administrationor real estate/finance related concentration is preferred3+ years of experience in retail real estate field isrequired2+ yearspreviousexperience in market planning, site selection & deal negotiation Must have workingknowledge ofregional retail markets,shopping centers &majordeveloperswith particular Experience managing third party service providers, includingmasterbrokers, local marketbrokersand outside legal counselSuperior communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills, withdemonstratedability to understand the audience and customer Strong negotiation and transactionmanagement skillsStrong ability to work in an ambiguous environment,identifyand solveproblems, and manage changeAbility to recall information easilySelf-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlinesStrongunderstanding of real estate practices andrelated legalprinciplesJob Responsibilities:Execute a comprehensive and strategic real estate market plan throughout entire real estate lifecycle for assigned territoryCollaborateclosely withlocal broker teams & Real Estate Senior Analystto develop,refineand execute marketplanCollaboratecloselywith construction,design,facilities,financeandassetmanagement to ensure successful store launch from site identification, to opening and throughout the store lifecycleResponsible for site selectionof new store locationsandexisting store repositioning opportunitiesEffectively manage local real estate broker teams tomaintainrequired standards for executing new store growth plans Manage/Mentor RE Coordinatorpartner-incorporatingpersonal development plans, goal planning & promote exposure opportunities Conduct field tours with key stakeholders of potential and existing locations Work closely with legal counsel on all lease negotiations in assigned territoryManage a pipeline of LOI and lease negotiations simultaneously to achieveaggressivegrowth targets throughout near term andlong termmarket planningPreparation of detailed LOI’s, comprehensive site approval packages and other financial based reports and analysis including site submittal packages for presentation at monthlyReal Estate Committee (REC) meetingPresent proposed site approval packages at monthly Real Estate Committee (REC) meeting in assigned territoryFrequent travel to/within assigned territory tomaintaina strong understanding ofretailtrade areasincludingtraffic and retail patterns, demographictrendsandmarket shifts, as well asproactively planning fortargetedfuture opportunitiesFrequent communication with operational partners and periodic presentations/meetings to reviewstrategy and priorities for new store& potential relocations within assignedterritoriesDevelop/maintainrelationships with keydevelopers, while effectively communicating with and managing expectations of external business partnersAttend/represent Five Below at select Regional & National ICSC ConventionsExplore our benefits site to discover all the perks and support we offer! From health coverage to financial and personal wellness, we've got you covered—check it out today! benefits.fivebelow.com/public/welcomeFive Below is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Five Below is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment proce