VP, Shopping Center Management - Northwest
About The Position
Do you want to help revolutionize a major industry? At Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), you’ll have the opportunity to impact the future of real estate by developing innovative and engaging places that reinvent being together. Come join a team that builds excitement about working at URW. You’ll get to work with leaders who are passionate about tackling changing consumer behavior with innovative experiences. All this bold vision means the company culture embraces evolution and change. We believe there is no "perfect" candidate and want to encourage applying even if all the requirements listed aren’t met. If you're passionate about URW and looking to learn and grow, then we look forward to reviewing your application! We are currently looking for our: Vice President, Shopping Center Management - Northwest What we offer URW distinguishes itself by its Better Places 2030 agenda that sets its ambition to create better places that respect the highest environmental standards and contribute to better cities. At the forefront of innovation, our 3,700 talented professionals are preparing for future generations of customers. Our skills, engagement, and teamwork are key to driving performance and generating superior value. Role Overview The Vice President leads the strategic and operational direction for a regional portfolio of shopping centers, ensuring an exceptional customer journey and maximizing long-term asset value. This role combines visionary leadership with hands-on execution to deliver best-in-class experiences for shoppers, retailers, and partners.
Requirements
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in property management, asset management, or retail real estate operations.
- Proven track record of managing large, complex portfolios and delivering measurable financial and operational results.
- Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight, with strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
- Demonstrated success in tenant relations and driving customer-centric initiatives.
- Experience implementing technology solutions and sustainability programs within property operations.
- Strong background in team leadership, including talent development and succession planning.
- Customer-Centric Mindset: Committed to creating exceptional experiences throughout the customer journey.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate vision into actionable plans that drive long-term value.
- Leadership Excellence: Skilled in mentoring teams, fostering collaboration, and building a culture of innovation.
- Financial Expertise: Strong analytical skills to manage budgets, optimize performance, and deliver results.
- Relationship Building: Adept at cultivating partnerships with tenants, stakeholders, and internal teams.
- Adaptability & Innovation: Embraces change and leverages technology to enhance operations and customer engagement.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership Define and implement portfolio strategies that align with company objectives and enhance the overall customer experience.
- Drive initiatives that elevate asset performance, strengthen tenant partnerships, and create engaging environments for guests.
- Translate organizational priorities into actionable plans that deliver measurable results.
- Operational Excellence Oversee all aspects of property operations, ensuring seamless experiences across maintenance, security, and marketing touchpoints.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory standards while embedding sustainability and innovation into daily operations.
- Introduce technology-driven solutions and cost-optimization strategies to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with marketing teams to amplify brand presence and enrich the customer journey.
- Financial Stewardship Develop and manage annual budgets and business plans to support portfolio objectives.
- Maximize income and optimize expense targets Monitor key financial indicators to ensure strong performance.
- Lead forecasting, audits, and reporting with accuracy and transparency.
- Partner on rent collection and resolve legal matters with a balanced, strategic approach.
- Tenant & Retailer Engagement Build trusted relationships with national and regional retail partners to enhance the shopping experience.
- Drive the Customer & Content Strategy to guide Leasing to the optimal tenant mix.
- Create and support improvements that benefit both retailers and customers.
- Analyze sales trends and co-tenancy impacts to inform proactive strategies.
- Leadership & Team Development Inspire and mentor high-performing shopping center management teams focused on delivering exceptional service, leading both the center and region Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Drive employee engagement and succession planning to ensure long-term organizational strength.
- Risk Management & ESG Anticipate and mitigate operational and financial risks through proactive planning.
- Champion sustainability and ESG initiatives, including energy efficiency, climate resiliency, and compliance with evolving standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
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