Head of Real Estate Development - Americas

In short:

As the Head of Real Estate Development, Americas at On, you will strategically lead the expansion and optimization of On's real estate portfolio across the US, Canada, and Latin America. This role reports to the Senior Director of Global Real Estate Development on the Global Real Estate Development team, ensuring our retail, showroom, and office spaces are architecturally distinct and fully aligned with On's premium brand identity and ambitious growth objectives. You will navigate intricate logical and jurisdictional landscapes, overseeing all aspects from design and construction to facilities management and critical landlord negotiations, driving both strategic vision and operational excellence for our extensive physical footprint.

Your Mission:

- Define and execute the strategic real estate development roadmap for the Americas region, ensuring alignment with On's global expansion goals and brand vision across a highly diverse geographical and regulatory landscape

- Lead comprehensive design, construction, and project management for all retail, showroom, and office spaces, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while navigating multi-jurisdictional requirements

- Establish and optimize processes for robust financial control and risk management across all real estate projects, partnering closely with Finance and Controlling teams

- Oversee all aspects of facilities management, asset protection, and operational compliance for the entire Americas real estate portfolio, ensuring an elevated brand experience

- Initiate, negotiate, and manage complex lease commitments and legal agreements directly with landlords and partners across the region, ensuring favorable terms and strict regulatory compliance

- Drive continuous improvement in real estate development processes, leveraging innovative approaches and market insights to enhance efficiency and effectiveness

- Cultivate strong relationships with cross-functional global and regional teams, including Retail, Office, Legal, and Indirect Procurement, to ensure seamless project execution and alignment

- Champion sustainable building practices and operational efficiencies across all new and existing properties, reflecting On's commitment to environmental stewardship

Your Story:

- 10+ years of experience in strategic real estate development, including extensive experience in retail design, construction, and portfolio optimization within complex, multi-national markets

- 6+ years of experience leading a teams, ideally within real estate development or a related operational domain

- Demonstrated ability to drive and optimize extensive real estate portfolios for high-growth, premium global retail or consumer brands, specifically across diverse jurisdictions

- Deep understanding of the varying cultural nuances, intricate market dynamics, and complex regulatory landscapes across over 30 countries and 50 US states within the Americas region

- Proven track record in complex contract negotiation, direct landlord engagement, financial modeling, and risk mitigation strategies related to large-scale, multi-jurisdictional real estate investments

- Capacity to integrate innovative design and construction solutions that embody brand identity and enhance customer experience, adaptable to different regional contexts

- Willingness to travel as required, up to 30% of the time, with fluctuations based on business demands across the Americas region

Your Team:

At On, Real Estate Development is about more than securing spaces - it's about building the future of our brand. As part of the Operations team, we design, develop, and deliver global facilities for retail stores, partner locations, offices, and more. We see real estate as a strategic growth driver, blending brand storytelling with operational excellence. We don't follow traditional real estate practices - we build, grow, and empower teams to shape what's next. Our team is expanding rapidly - come help us create On's footprint across the Americas and beyond.