Manager Leasing & Expan­sion (m/f/d)

Over 160 stores, 16,000 employees, 120 years’ experience: at the international fashion company Peek & Cloppenburg*, with its headquarters in Vienna and Düsseldorf, traditional family values meet a dynamic industry. For us, fashion isn’t just a product – it’s our common language. Here, you’re not just an employee – you become part of our community. A fashion community in which you can live doing what you love. Let’s create the future of retail. Together.

*There are two independent companies Peek & Cloppenburg with their headquarters in Düsseldorf and Hamburg. This advertisement refers to the Düsseldorf group of companies, whose store locations you can find here: peek-cloppenburg.de/de/stores.

 YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Strategic Growth: Identifying high-potential locations in existing and new markets through detailed market research and on-site visits to assess visibility and foot traffic.
• Board Communication: Preparing professional presentations and business cases for board meetings to guide our expansion strategy.
• Lease Negotiation: Leading negotiations for new leases to secure favorable terms, including rent, fit-out contributions, and renewal options.
• Legal Collaboration: Partnering with legal teams to review lease agreements and ensure full compliance with local laws and specific conditions.
• Portfolio Lifecycle: Managing current locations by analyzing performance and making proactive recommendations for renewals, relocations, or closures.
• Financial Modeling: Calculating profitability and business conditions for new sites and renewals to ensure our growth is financially sustainable.
• Internal Coordination: Acting as the central bridge between real estate, construction, design, and operations to ensure smooth store openings.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Educational Background: A completed degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Management, Geography, or a comparable field of study.
• Retail Expertise: 5–10 years of professional experience in the expansion and development of retail chains.
• Market Knowledge: Extensive experience within the real estate market of the respective countries and a proven track record of collaborating with retail brands.
• Negotiation Skills: Excellent relationship-building and negotiation skills to secure the best conditions for our portfolio.
• Structured Mindset: A goal-oriented personality with the ability to organize complex work processes efficiently.
• Mobility: A high willingness to travel frequently to explore new markets (CEE-region) and evaluate potential sites firsthand.
• Communication: Fluency in English (written and spoken) to confidently navigate our international environment and stakeholders.
  
  

WHAT WE OFFER

• 25% employee discount in our stores
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A dynamic working environment based on teamwork and individual responsibility