Head of Global Real Estate Strategy and Transactions

Aptiv•Troy, MI

27d

About The Position

Head of Global Real Estate Strategy & Transactions Troy, MI Help shape the future of mobility. Why join Aptiv? You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge applications, develop breakthrough technologies, and deliver innovative solutions to some of the world’s leading automotive brands. See your work come to life on the road—helping make mobility safer, greener, and more connected. Ready to shape the future of mobility with us? YOUR ROLE Lead the commercial and financial strategy for global real estate operations, supporting portfolio optimization, capital planning and lease administration. Partner with internal teams (finance, legal, procurement, facilities) and external vendors to drive value across real estate transactions and service agreements. Manage global supplier relationships and performance across FM, construction, and CRE partners, ensuring cost efficiency and SLA adherence. Oversee budgets, forecasts, and contract negotiations for owned and leased properties, aligning with enterprise objectives. Support executive decision-making with analytics on total cost of ownership, occupancy metrics, and scenario modeling.

Requirements

Business/Finance experience in Real Estate transactions within industrial/manufacturing.
Ability to create business cases
Extensive experience in corporate real estate, lease negotiations, site selection, and facilities management.
Strong financial and analytical skills, with expertise in portfolio optimization and capital project management.
Ability to lead large-scale real estate transactions while driving cost efficiencies.
Experience with management of large CRE vendor portfolios and facility management contracts.
Expertise in sustainability initiatives, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Experience managing real estate aspects of corporate growth and restructuring initiatives.
Must be a local resident of Metro Detroit (or willingness to relocate) with NO requirement of any type of visa sponsorship/transfer either now or at any time in the future to legally work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Support and execute global real estate strategy, ensuring alignment with business growth and operational needs.
Oversee site selection, lease negotiations, acquisitions, and divestitures to optimize portfolio performance.
Conduct financial modelling for lease vs. buy, stay vs. relocate, and asset disposal opportunities.
Evaluate property transactions, ensuring competitive lease renewals and strategic protections for the organization.
Assess occupancy trends and develop long-term plans for efficient space utilization.
Develop and implement real estate transition plans related to mergers, acquisitions, and spin-offs, ensuring minimal operational disruption.
Oversee a global real estate portfolio exceeding $300M for facilities, construction, and lease costs.
Direct OPEX & capital management of 6 corporate locations & 20+ subordinates and contractors.
Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term financial plans to optimize the real estate portfolio.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through strategic negotiations, benchmarking, and vendor management.
Conduct financial due diligence for major real estate decisions, including lease commitments and asset valuations.
Oversee all global construction projects, including planning, technical specifications, budgeting, and execution.
Establish a standardized approach for site design, workplace standards, and facility maintenance programs for corporate locations.
Ensure alignment with office work models and optimize workplace design for efficiency.
Implement a 36-month look-ahead plan for real estate and construction projects.
Manage capital and expense budgets related to real estate operations and maintenance.
Ensure compliance with local, national, and international real estate regulations.
Conduct due diligence for leases, acquisitions, and site evaluations to mitigate risks.
Develop contingency plans for business continuity, including real estate-related disruptions.
Implement sustainability initiatives such as energy efficiency, carbon footprint reduction, and green building standards (as applicable).
Ensure all leases adhere to delegation-of-authority requirements and lease audit standards.
Serve as a key liaison with senior executives, ensuring transparency in real estate decisions.
Build and maintain relationships with landlords, brokers, and internal business stakeholders.
Oversee external vendors, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to support construction and operational initiatives.
Facilitate benchmarking and market analysis with global brokerage firms to identify real estate trends.
Partner with legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure real estate transactions align with broader corporate objectives.
Support and manage a global real estate team of 20+ and external vendors across Construction, Lease Management, Transactions, and Facility Management.
Foster collaboration across departments to align real estate initiatives with corporate objectives.
Promote a high-performance culture, driving innovation and operational excellence.