Retail Strategy Director

Cushman & Wakefield • Seattle, WA

133d • $170,000 - $200,000

About The Position

The Retail Strategy Director will be responsible for driving front-end retail delivery strategy to meet or exceed client pipeline goals. Individual leads integration with client Retail Strategy, internal Transaction Management teams, Retail Program Lead and Development Manager to improve new store and ATM site approval and ultimately speed to market. The Retail Strategy Director (RSD) provides extended planning, site development and project management expertise in support of the client's site delivery process. The RSD will bring to bear standard forecast planning, transactions coordination and site development elements including target zone analytics and proven development management practices. This role is directly accountable for aligning internal service lines in order to accomplish all retail (NFC & ATM) goals determined by the client.

Requirements

• Proven experience in retail strategy and project management.
• Strong analytical skills and experience with target zone analytics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.
• Experience in financial management and reporting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the banking or financial services industry.
• Familiarity with Cushman & Wakefield technology and systems.
• Previous experience in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage planning/forecasting routines and systems to ensure target zone volumes, site approval rates, transaction activities and project delivery will achieve intended client goals.
• Aid the client in the retail site selection and approval process.
• Lead the accelerated due diligence (ADD) efforts across the new store (NFC) program.
• Engage key partners (A&E, GC, Civil, Consultants) to assess site and jurisdictional impacts to targeted project cost and schedule.
• Drive seamless engagement & alignment between Transactions and PDS delivery service lines.
• Establish collective targets and manage routines/reporting to ensure collective accountability to achieving client goals.
• Regular interface with internal and external clients to ensure successful delivery of project management services.
• Develop retail pipeline strategy to support site selection process.
• Ownership of Development Management process and delivery to drive new store and ATM speed to market.
• Single point of contact for communication and escalations, ensuring consistency across Retail Strategy program.
• Conduct stakeholder meetings to communicate program status updates, successes, and challenges.
• Identify and address areas of concern regarding potential liabilities and risk.
• Demonstrate competence in targeted project types and operate in complex, non-routine environment.
• Act with fiduciary responsibility to client projects, including complete financial management of projects.
• Contribute to business development through identification of project or client opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts with selected vendor(s) and manage performance of all contracted vendors.
• Active management of PDS staff, including adherence to company policy/procedures.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health savings accounts
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid and unpaid time away from work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Real Estate
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees