The Lewis Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Vice President, Retail Leasing to join the Inland Empire corporate office. The role is responsible for consistently high production of leasing space throughout the Lewis retail portfolio and involves developing and implementing creative retail leasing strategies, negotiating lease terms, and building and maintaining a strong network of retail and broker contacts.
Requirements
- Develop and implement creative retail leasing strategies to attract, grow, retain, and improve tenant mix and maximize income of the Lewis portfolio.
- Source, negotiate, and execute both new deals and renewals with national, regional, and local retailers.
- Build and maintain a strong network of retail and broker contacts in pursuit of new retail tenant prospects for properties.
- Lead, coach, and mentor a talented team of Lewis professionals, including Directors, Analysts and Administrators.
- Perform regular and detailed analysis of existing retail performance, presenting reports to senior management and internal teams and departments.
- Partner with key Lewis teams to execute Company goals and vision including Development, Marketing, and Property Management.
- Review financial statements of prospective tenants, negotiate lease terms, and approve or recommend revisions through to final authorization by Executive leadership.
- Lead and facilitate communication between Leasing, Legal, Property Management, and Development to ensure that necessary work to execute leases is completed in a timely manner, while resolving issues as necessary.
- Budget and forecast rental income of portfolio to maximize revenue and minimize downtime, while presenting to senior management for ultimate approval.
- Stay current with commercial industry trends, maneuvering your team’s work and goals to match the Lewis organization’s long-term vision, making suggestions and adjustments as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary
- Bonus
- Strong medical and dental benefits plan
- 401k savings plan with company match
- Paid holidays
- Vacation time
- Educational reimbursement
- Continued training
- Advancement opportunities
