Summary
Create income and value by building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing key accounts for the portfolio through the temporary leasing of in-line stores, RMU's (carts), Kiosks, Vending and all non-traditional uses. In addition, the position will manage the growth of the advertising revenue channel. The National Accounts Manager is responsible for canvassing to identify and negotiate new opportunities that generate income for the shopping center(s) and meet or exceed income goals.
In addition, the role will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Specialty Leasing program for centers that are onboarded or have a void within the Specialty Manager Role, this will include manage the income, expenses, merchandising and accounts receivable. The individual will also be responsible for maintaining effective relationships with the Specialty Leasing tenants, the mall team and the community. The individual will work cooperatively with the General Manager and onsite mall staff in conjunction with the Director of Specialty Leasing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage the Specialty Leasing National Accounts Program
Obtain, screen, and select specialty retailers
Identify new Specialty Leasing opportunities and canvass regularly to communicate availabilities and find new prospects, while maintaining relationships with current retailersFavorably negotiate License Agreements to achieve the centers budget and goalsAlign with the leasing and management merchandising of the centerMaintain and update regularly lead activity via the canvass logPrepare all license agreements and obtain the proper approvals including renewals at least 30 days prior to the License termination dateCoordinate with mall staff the set-up, relocation and breakdown of all Specialty Leasing tenantsUpdate Specialty Leasing Budgets and reports as requestedManage the Specialty Leasing program to ensure all operational guidelines are metCoordinate with Accounting to monitor and collect moneys for Specialty tenantsManage and Develop Advertising and Sponsorship opportunitiesCoordinate the implementation and execution with the mall teams
Develop and create budget(s) with the mall teams on existing advertising mediumsWork with the mall team to achieve overall center goals (when there is a SPL vacancy) :Coordinate and communicate with teams to create deals, manage center budget, reforecasting, and other reporting as required
Other duties as assignedQualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and / or Experience
Prior Specialty Leasing experience requiredAssociates or BA degree preferred, minimum of a high school diploma2-3 years demonstrated sales experience in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge / Skills
Must have demonstrated strong negotiation and sales skillsMust have experience and be able to close deals / lease space within strict timeframe and deadlinesAbility to maximize deal revenueExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSelf-starter with strong organizational, planning and time management skillsMaintain a valid driver's licenseAbility to work occasional nights, weekends, or holidays as necessaryAb[lity to work in a team0oriented environmentIntermediate to expert ability to use Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and other software programsAbility to communicate in English, other languages a plusMust be courteous, respectful, and present a positive and professional image and attitude alwaysPhysical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Manual dexterity sufficient for moderate use of a keyboard, mouse, and telephone / radioSpeech and hearing sufficient for regular communications on the phone, radio or face-to-faceVision sufficient for use of a computer monitor and transaction documentsAbility to walk, bend, stoop and reachAbility to lift 20 lbs, and occasionally up to 40 lbsSufficient sense of smell to detect dangerous odorsAbility to stand for long periods of timeMust be able to be mobile to include moving around office premises, as well as frequent reviews of the mall interior