Head of Property - Philippines

As the Head of Property for a fast-growing international retail brand expanding its presence in the Philippines, you will play a crucial role in shaping the company's market presence and securing high-potential locations to support long-term growth. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and execute the property and store expansion strategy across the Philippines. - Identify new store locations in prime trade areas aligning with brand positioning and customer profiles. - Conduct competitor mapping, demographic studies, and retail catchment analysis to gain market insights. - Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, developers, brokers, and real-estate partners. - Conduct feasibility studies, financial modeling, and trade-area assessments for potential sites. - Lead lease negotiations and renewals to secure favorable commercial terms. - Prepare business cases and recommendations for senior leadership approval. - Oversee the end-to-end property lifecycle including legal, design & construction coordination, and store handover. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely store launches. - Maintain a pipeline of approved sites aligned with expansion targets. - Manage the existing store portfolio focusing on rental optimization, occupancy cost efficiency, and lease compliance. - Develop renewal and relocation strategies to enhance commercial performance. - Monitor property performance metrics and recommend improvements or exit strategies when necessary. Qualifications & Experience: - 10+ years of experience in property, real estate, or retail expansion roles, preferably in multi-site or large-format retail. - Demonstrated success in site acquisition and retail network growth in the Philippines. - Strong commercial acumen, experience in feasibility studies, and lease negotiation. - Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. - Solid understanding of the Philippine retail real-estate landscape. - Experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Personal Attributes: - Strategic thinker with strong execution capability. - Analytical, data-driven, and detail-oriented. - Influential communicator and skilled negotiator. - Entrepreneurial, agile, and solution-oriented mindset. - Collaborative and able to work cross-functionally with diverse teams. Join this opportunity to shape the retail expansion of a global brand in a high-growth market, work closely with senior leadership for high visibility and business impact, and be part of a dynamic, collaborative culture focused on innovation and growth.,