Director Real Estate
Burlington · 00000 - Burlington Corporate Office; 01290 - Charleston; 00324 - Baltimore and 3 more
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Position Overview
Burlington Stores is seeking an experienced and driven Director of Real Estate to oversee site selection, lease negotiations, and execution of 20-25 new store openings and relocations annually within an assigned territory. Reporting to the VP of Real Estate Southeast Region, this role is responsible for identifying and securing high-quality locations that align with Burlington’s strategic growth objectives.This territory currently includes Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., North Carolina, and South Carolina. Candidates must be located within, or near, the territory.
The ideal candidate will have deep market knowledge of the assigned territory, strong negotiation skills, and a proven ability to execute deals in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. This individual will also play a key role in fostering Burlington’s culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
A Day in the Life
Site Selection & Market Strategy
- Identify, evaluate, and secure prime real estate opportunities that align with Burlington’s expansion goals.
- Conduct market research and analysis to support decision-making and optimize site selection.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, brokers, and real estate partners to secure the best possible locations.
Lease Negotiation & Deal Execution
- Lead negotiations for new store leases, relocations, and renewals, ensuring favorable terms that align with company financial and operational objectives.
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, Construction, and Store Planning teams to ensure seamless deal execution.
- Manage the real estate approval process, preparing and presenting deal packages to senior leadership.
Project Management & Execution
- Oversee the full lifecycle of new store openings and relocations, from site identification through lease execution and store opening.
- Work cross-functionally to address site-specific challenges and ensure timely delivery of new locations.
- Monitor and manage project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
Continuous Improvement & Best Practices
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor expansion strategies, and emerging retail real estate opportunities.
- Provide recommendations to enhance Burlington’s site selection and deal-making processes.
- Collaborate with peers and leadership to share insights and drive continuous improvement.
Culture & Leadership
- Foster a positive, collaborative team environment that aligns with Burlington’s core values.
- Demonstrate leadership by mentoring and developing junior team members and supporting a culture of learning and growth.
- Represent Burlington in the real estate community with professionalism and integrity.
You'll Come With
- 7+ years of retail real estate experience with a strong track record in site selection, lease negotiations, and deal execution.
- Strong market knowledge and understanding of retail expansion strategies.
- Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills with landlords, brokers, and real estate partners.
- Financial and analytical expertise, with the ability to assess deal economics and make data-driven recommendations.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and project management skills.
- Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned territory.
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Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!
You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.
We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity
Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.
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