DescriptionSVP, Business DevelopmentLocation: Chicago, IL 60606
About the RoleLogistics Property Company is seeking a highly driven, entrepreneurial, and results-oriented Senior Vice President of Business Development to accelerate the growth of our industrial real estate platform across the United States. Customer-Led Solutions is a key component of this role. This senior position is designed for a proven dealmaker who thrives on identifying opportunities and creating value through the origination and execution of complex real estate transactions.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in expanding LogiPropCo's market presence by sourcing new business opportunities (BTS, sale leasebacks, property acquisitions, brownfield solutions), cultivating relationships with occupiers, brokers, design professionals, and leads of economic development groups driving transaction activity.
This is a high-impact position offering significant visibility within the organization working directly with the Market Leaders and senior leadership. The ideal candidate possesses a strong competitive drive, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a relentless commitment to exceeding performance goals. Success in this role requires the ability to proactively identify opportunities, develop creative solutions, influence decision-makers, and consistently deliver measurable business results.
Individuals who are energized by building pipelines, creating strategic partnerships, winning new business, and contributing directly to the growth and profitability of a leading industrial real estate platform with international reach will find exceptional opportunities for professional and financial growth.
ResponsibilitiesPrimary responsibilities will include but not limited to:- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the industrial real estate market to include acquisitions, development, sale lease backs, build-to-suits, equity capital and debt.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with investors, brokers, tenants' occupiers (corporate users) and other stakeholders within the industrial real estate market across the United States.
- Create and execute a strategy to drive revenue growth and value, aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
- Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, market impacts, user activity and opportunities within the industrial sector.
- Negotiate contracts and close deals in conjunction with the Market Teams (development and acquisition) on favorable terms and conditions and compliant with Logistics Property Company's legal requirements.
- Manage the sales process from lead generation to deal close, in conjunction and coordination with internal teams.
- Prepare and present reports and forecasts to Executive leadership to track activity, performance, and forecasted growth.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to align on business objectives and execution.
About YouThe ideal candidate will have:- Education: Bachelor's degree in business, real estate, or related field
- Experience: Proven track record in real estate sales, business development, real estate acquisitions and/or development. Deal sheets required with resume.
- Skills: Strong negotiation, strategy development, communication and relationship building abilities, market analysis expertise, proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft office, client relationship management, contract negotiation, presentation skills, and networking
- Mindset: Self-motivated, results driven, and committed to ethical conduct and fair dealing
- Ability to travel as needed
What We OfferThis role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $250,000 to $300,000 annually, plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus and an incentive based on a percentage of qualifying fees, subject to an annual maximum. The base salary range reflects the Company's good faith estimate based on market data, experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
