Job Description

Manager, Specialty Leasing

Primaris REIT is currently hiring a dedicated and enthusiastic Specialty Leasing Manager to join the team on site at our Medicine Hat Mall in Medicine Hat, Alberta. If you have experience in building Sponsorships, executing marketing initiatives, strong negotiation skills, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, this exciting opportunity is perfect for you!

As the Manager, Specialty Leasing, you will be responsible for creating miscellaneous revenue for the Centre and ensuring business activity is aligned with the Centre's brand identity. You will lead various initiatives to develop sponsorships, media relations and marketing, advertising, leasing temporary spaces, and arrange vending. Using your passion for quality design and merchandising standards, you will accomplish the following duties:

Prospect vendors for temporary leasing, branded sponsorships and other miscellaneous income including media and vending Develop new and innovative ways to increase revenue for the Centre while maintaining high standards of presentation and service Maintain a robust database of clients, vendors and new contacts to be used for generating business relationships Represent the Centre in the community in order to build external relationships Liaise with Marketing and Operations to maintain branding strategies and develop new revenue opportunities Establish open and constant communication with all temporary tenants Regulate temporary tenant compliance with Centre rules and regulations regarding merchandising Document and administer the leasing of retail merchandising units, kiosks, in-line spaces, storage agreements and other miscellaneous revenue components Negotiate lease rates with potential vendors Create and effectively manage the Centre's Specialty Leasing budget, including resolving discrepancies in a timely and efficient manner, monitoring revenue, allocation of funds and coding invoices Remain well informed of recent developments in permanent Leasing and how it may impact the Specialty Leasing Program and the Centre Explore trends to devise sponsorship and promotional programs that fulfill the Centre's objectives while at the same time supporting community endeavours Review, edit, and proof communications pertaining to marketing initiatives and correspondence, ensure all materials have a high degree of accuracy and brand integrity Create annual marketing budgets based on retailer contributions, allocating expenses as appropriate to support events, advertising and brand messaging in order to achieve center objectives Drive the growth and engagement of our social media channels through Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc., as well as data collection, and email Drive growth of Primaris Gift Card program by identifying and acting on opportunities to promote the program & explore efficiencies Maintain and evaluate Primaris customer research, such as traffic counters, focus groups and intercept studies, through ongoing analysis of available research data, including website and social media traffic in order to ensure marketing directions are relevant and effective Other duties as assigned

Requirements

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To excel in this role, we are looking for candidates who are strategic, creative and can successfully utilise their strong interpersonal skills. If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, you likely have the following attributes:

Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Marketing, Advertising, Business or related field required 3-5 years of retail leasing or related experience Business development experience in building Sponsorships & Pop-ups portfolio Real Estate/shopping centre knowledge and/or accreditations Knowledge and experience in retail management, marketing, advertising with working knowledge of the media industry Willingness to usher in change and embrace new practices in a fast-paced and changing environment Experience in budget management and solid understanding of general accounting principles Excellent Microsoft Office skills, specifically PowerPoint & Excel Excellent customer service skills Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities Proven self-starter

How to Apply

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If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career in the exciting world of real estate, we would love to hear from you!

To apply for the position of Manager, Specialty Leasing, please email your resume to careers@primarisreit.com.

We appreciate all applications and will only contact those selected for an interview.

Join our team as a Manager, Specialty Leasing and contribute to creating a positive and welcoming shopping experience.

Primaris is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities in the course of employment, including in recruitment and hiring. If, as a result of a disability, you require accommodation in order to apply for this role and/or participate in the recruitment process, please contact careers@primarisreit.com.

Primaris REIT is Canada's leading enclosed shopping centre-focused real estate investment trust. We own and operate a portfolio of 15 million square feet of dominant enclosed shopping centres valued at approximately $4 billion at Primaris' share. Our vision is to champion and elevate retail for Canadians by creating an exceptional experience for our customers while maintaining a strong presence in the industry.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee stock purchase plan Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person