Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. · 20 hours ago
Manager of Real Estate
Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc. is a company that emphasizes teamwork and growth. The Manager of Real Estate is responsible for coordinating and negotiating real estate deals for new store locations, analyzing market conditions, and managing relationships with brokers to support the company's expansion efforts.
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Responsibilities
Analyze real estate market data, demographics, competition, and site characteristics to support new store site evaluations
Assist in identifying site locations that align with projected financial and operational requirements
Support the preparation of site materials, including financial summaries and market analysis, for Executive review
Present site information to internal stakeholders, including Real Estate leadership, Store Operations and Store Planning as needed
Participate in lease negotiations, including per-square-foot pricing and key lease terms, under the guidance of senior leadership
Manage local real estate broker teams to maintain standards for executing new store growth plans
Conduct field tours with brokers or other team members
Manage a pipeline of LOI’s to achieve growth targets both immediate and future
Present site approval packages to monthly Real Estate Committee (REC) meetings consisting of Executive leadership of Ollie’s
Frequent travel in any geographic area in which Ollie’s operates to maintain a strong understanding of retail trade areas, traffic patterns, demographics and analyzing potential sites for future store opportunities
Attend multiple regional and national ICSC and similar events
Up to 50% overnight travel required
Coordinate due diligence activities for new sites, including reviewing site details, lease documentation, and required approvals
Support the lease execution and closing process in partnership with Legal, Finance, and other internal teams
Build and maintain working relationships with landlords and brokers
Monitor site selection to ensure alignment with approved budgets and financial targets
Collaborate cross-functionally with Construction and other internal departments to support timely site development
Complete any additional responsibilities and/or duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business administration, real estate, or a related field required
5–8 years of commercial real estate experience required
Experience supporting site selection, lease negotiations, and market analysis
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal partners
Ability to adapt well to change in direction in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to remain in a normal seated position regularly
Ability to see, hear, and speak regularly
Ability to grip, reach, and pinch with arms and hands frequently
Ability to bend and twist occasionally
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
Approximately 50% travel is required
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, and RX coverage after 30 days of employment.
401K, Company match begins at Associate enrollment
Strong career growth & talent development culture
20% Associate discount on all Ollie’s purchases.
Vast array of voluntary benefits
Company
Ollie's Bargain Outlet, Inc.
Harrisburg, PA-based Ollie’s Bargain Outlet is one of America’s largest retailers of closeouts, excess inventory and salvage merchandise.