Real Estate Manager
About the Company
The Swatch Group is the number one manufacturer of finished watches in the world. The Group is active in the manufacture of finished watches, jewelry, and watch movements and components. It produces nearly all of the components necessary to manufacture the watches sold under its 16 watch brands and the multi-brand Tourbillon and Hour Passion retail labels, as well as the entire Swiss watchmaking industry.
In addition, it operates its own worldwide network of distribution organizations. The Swatch Group is also a key player in the electronic systems sector.
Job description
The position will report to the Country Head and to support our brands in overall strategy development and development plans in 2 countries.
The successful incumbent will be responsible for:
Support of the Brand Management
Receive brief from Brand heads on their retail strategy development and prepare consolidated mid-long term retail development plan in Singapore & Malaysia
Identify potential sites and properties based on the Brands’ wish list, and
present to the Brands with data support
Coordinate with Brand heads and Country heads in the process of property related commercial discussions for openings and lease renewals
Real Estate Market
Generate and investigate leads by developing contacts, performing on-the- ground searches and keeping abreast of opportunities for potential projects.
Support timely communication and sharing of market real estate information, and prepare regular reports updates to brand managers and management as required
Conduct regular site visit at different properties, states and share updates and findings
Develop an overview of the brands distribution and review regularly with brands
Sites Selection & Analysis
Coordinate in the process of selection of sites and undertake all kinds of feasibility and due diligence studies if entering into contracts with developers
Conduct rental analysis and propose strategies for structuring transactions based on the Brands’ target profitability and KPI’s
Search and negotiate the best possible financial and operational outcomes for new retail locations, ensuring that key lease terms support a profitable business case
Lease Preparation and Signing
Work with other departments such as Finance and Legal for lease preparation and Tenancy Agreement execution to complete the process.
Ensure all signed leases are legal and commercial compliant, and maintain an organized archive of all internal and external documents
External Relationships
Build relationships relationships with landlords, consultants and real estate brokers
Understand trends in development of properties in developing areas in Singapore and Malaysia.
Profile
- Proven experience in real estate administration, property management, or a similar role, preferably familiarity with the retail environment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
- Strong customer service orientation
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and contribute to strategic recommendations.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills
Professional requirements
- Knowledge of local real estate laws and regulations in Singapore and Malaysia
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field
Languages
- English
Contact
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