Leasing Supervisor

Job Purpose: The Leasing Supervisor plays a critical role in expanding and maintaining retail footprint by identifying high-value locations, negotiating favorable lease terms, managing existing contracts, and supporting long-term occupancy strategies across all markets. This role ensures optimal store placement aligned with commercial performance and brand visibility goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Lease Acquisition & Negotiation

• Identify potential store locations in strategic markets that fit our target customer profile.
• Evaluate commercial viability through footfall, demographic, and competitor analysis.
• Negotiate lease terms, rental rates, renewal conditions, and contractual obligations to secure optimal value.
• Prepare leasing proposals, business cases, and ROI studies for management approval.

Lease Administration & Documentation

• Manage the complete lifecycle of leasing agreements from initiation to renewal or termination.
• Maintain accurate digital and physical records of lease contracts, amendments, addendums, and payment schedules.
• Ensure the timely execution of lease documents in coordination with Legal, Finance, and Management.

Landlord & Property Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact with landlords, property developers, mall management, and commercial real estate partners.
• Address escalations related to lease disputes, rental adjustments, and occupancy obligations.
• Build strong collaborative relationships to secure premium retail spaces and future expansion opportunities.

Financial Tracking & Budgeting

• Monitor rental payments, security deposits, and lease-related expenses.
• Support forecasting and budgeting for store rental costs.
• Review annual rental escalations and recommend negotiation strategies for cost optimization.

Analytics & Reporting

• Track and analyze lease performance indicators including revenue per sqm and store profitability.
• Prepare periodic expansion reports, lease expiry calendars, and market analysis updates.
• Present recommendations for new sites, downsizing, relocation, or closure.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Finance, or related field.
• +3 years of experience in retail leasing, commercial real estate, or mall leasing — strong preference for luxury or FMCG retail.
• Strong knowledge of commercial leasing laws, contract structures, and rental models.
• Experience negotiating with malls, landlords, and property developers in GCC (preferred: KSA, UAE, Kuwait).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, leasing systems, and contract management tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-country environment.