Director, Real Estate

Director of Real Estate

See’s Candies is a leader in the confectionery industry and seeks a strategic leader to oversee the real‑estate portfolio across the United States.

Pay Range $195 k – $225 k per year; base pay varies by location and individual experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long‑term real‑estate strategies aligned with company goals.

• Lead site selection and market analysis for new permanent and seasonal locations.

• Oversee lease negotiations, renewals, and amendments to ensure favorable terms and compliance with See’s standards.

• Maintain occupancy costs at or below target thresholds.

• Manage lease administration, property management, and landlord relations for the entire portfolio.

• Review and approve lease‑related documents including estoppels, SNDAs, and license agreements.

• Ensure timely execution of leases and renewals in partnership with legal counsel.

• Prepare and manage department and rent budgets, and review shop financials to support lease decisions and cost control.

• Approve rent payments, reconciliations, and related invoices.

• Supervise and mentor the Real Estate Manager and team.

• Provide guidance on holiday shop selection and execution.

• Foster a collaborative and high‑performance culture.

• Partner with Construction, Retail Operations, Accounting, IT, and Legal to support shop launches and lease compliance.

• Represent the department in executive meetings and planning sessions.

• Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, attorneys, and property managers.

• Attend industry conferences to stay current on market trends and opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate real estate, including retail leasing and property management.

• Proven leadership experience managing teams and cross‑functional projects.

• Strong financial acumen and negotiation skills.

• Familiarity with real‑estate systems such as Tango, Workday, and project management tools.

• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.

• Ability to travel nationwide up to 40%.

Benefits Comprehensive medical, financial, and paid time‑off benefits including 401(k) eligibility and parental leave; additional benefits details will be provided upon offer.

EEO Statement See’s Candies is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants with criminal histories may be considered in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal law.

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