GEODIS

Director Real Estate

GEODIS • $120K — $150K *
Brentwood, TN 37027In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
4 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-12+ years in corporate real estate, logistics strategy, or multi-site operations
  • Deep understanding of network optimization and site selection
  • Experience collaborating with real estate brokerage teams
  • Strong financial and analytical skills for business case development
  • Ability to navigate cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments
  • Contract-linked site model experience is a plus
  • Familiarity with logistics facility requirements preferred
  • Knowledge of network modeling tools or optimization methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a proactive real estate strategy for network and customer alignment
  • Optimize a diverse portfolio of approximately 230 operational locations
  • Assess and recommend key network design changes for enhanced efficiency
  • Manage long-term lease cycle planning linked to customer contracts
  • Establish strategies for renewals, relocations, or exits ahead of deadlines
  • Collaborate with brokerage teams to align transaction priorities with business goals
  • Oversee the real estate transaction process, ensuring timelines and outcomes are met

Benefits

  • Early access wages through the Rain financial wellness app
  • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists from day one
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days
  • 401k matching contributions
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Career development and mentorship programs
  • Employee discounts on various services
  • Access to fitness discounts and a meditation app
  • Financial wellness programs at no cost
  • Childcare discount programs
  • Community volunteering opportunities
  • Additional perks available
Full Job Description
Director Real Estate

Your role on the team: (job description)

Real Estate Strategy & Network Optimization

  • Develop and execute a forward-looking real estate strategy aligned with logistics network performance, customer demand, and business growth
  • Optimize a portfolio of ~230 locations, including warehouses, distribution hubs, and branches
  • Continuously evaluate network design, recommending site openings, relocations, consolidations, or exits to improve efficiency and service levels


Lease Lifecycle & Portfolio Planning

  • Own the strategic planning of lease cycles (3-5 years) in alignment with customer contract renewals
  • Define renewal, relocation, or exit strategies well in advance of key decision points
  • Ensure flexibility in the portfolio to accommodate volume changes and evolving customer requirements


Internal Brokerage & Transaction Oversight

  • Partner with the real estate brokerage team to prioritize transactions and ensure execution aligns with strategic objectives
  • Provide clear briefs, business cases, and decision frameworks for site selection and renewals
  • Oversee transaction pipelines, timelines, and outcomes leveraging the full real estate portfolio of GEODIS AMS versus service lines


What you need: (requirements)

  • 8-12+ years of experience in corporate real estate, logistics network strategy, or multi-site operations
  • Strong understanding of network optimization, site selection drivers, and operational requirements
  • Experience working with internal or external real estate brokerage teams
  • Strong financial and analytical capabilities (business case development, cost modeling, ROI analysis)
  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally in complex, fast-paced environments
  • Experience in contract-linked or customer-driven site models preferred
  • Familiarity with warehouse, distribution center, or last-mile facility requirements preferred
  • Exposure to network modeling tools or supply chain optimization methodologies preferred


Operational & Logistics Integration

  • Incorporate logistics considerations such as transportation access, last-mile efficiency, dock access, labor availability, and throughput capacity into all real estate decisions
  • Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to ensure facilities support service delivery and scalability
  • Support network redesign initiatives and continuous improvement efforts


What you gain from joining our team: (benefits)

  • Access wages early with the Rain financial wellness app.
  • Free telemedical access to doctors and therapists through FirstStop Health available first day of employment!
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance after 30 days of employment
  • 401k match
  • Paid maternity and paternity leave
  • Access to career development, employee resource groups, and mentorship programs
  • Employee discounts
  • Access to employee perks like fitness class discounts and free access to a relaxation and meditation app
  • Free financial wellness programs
  • Daycare discount program
  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to your community
  • + more!


Join our Team!

  • Visit our website at workatGEODIS.com and chat with our virtual recruiter, Sophie, to fast-track your way to an interview.


OR

  • Text DELIVER to 88300 to Apply1


About GEODIS

GEODIS is a global logistics provider with over 41,000 employees and a presence in over 120 countries. The company offers a range of services including supply chain optimization, freight forwarding, contract logistics, distribution and express delivery. GEODIS serves a variety of industries including automotive, retail, healthcare, and aerospace. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about GEODIS
Size
41,000 employees
Industry
Transportation
* Ladders Estimates

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