Manager Real Estate Transactions

Manager, Real Estate Transactions

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Join a team of commercial real estate professionals that work collaboratively with clients in providing practical solutions to grow businesses in multiple industries and different jurisdictions. We help our varied businesses assess risk, drive results and mitigate problems. With diverse projects and a transformative culture, you'll grow and learn with our businesses. Work with appreciative clients and supportive peers in a flexible environment that helps you gain the experience you want to develop your career.

The Manager, Real Estate Transactions, will assist in the oversight, strategic leasing, acquisition, disposition, and management of industrial and logistics real estate assets that support the company's supply chain operations. This role ensures optimal utilization of facilities, cost efficiency, and alignment with overall business objectives. The position involves collaboration with internal business units, landlords, brokers, legal counsel, and external partners to manage a portfolio of fulfillment centers, last mile delivery facilities, and other supply chain real estate.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• In partnership with internal business units, select sites for new locations as required and negotiate lease terms.
• Maintain an accurate database of leased and owned properties with up-to-date lease information.
• Monitor lease expirations, renewals, and critical dates to ensure seamless operations.
• Evaluate market rents and negotiate renewal terms to achieve cost efficiency.
• Manage divestment of excess properties through provider coordination and negotiation of sublease / termination agreements.
• Track and report real estate metrics, occupancy costs, and other performance KPIs.
• Maintain and publish Real Estate Agenda and Minutes.
• Provide a high level of customer service and support to business units.
• Develop and maintain office utilization data including up-to-date furniture layout plans.

What You Bring to the Table :

What's Needed : Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the process, please call 1-888-490-4747 for more information.