Real Estate Manager- Charlotte, NC

Position is Field Based, working Southeast Region and can reside anywhere in the Southeast

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
The Real Estate Manager is responsible for the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of land for the development of Murphy USA / Express convenience stores. This role is responsible for implementing the strategic direction of executive leadership by following Murphy USA's principles and core competencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Trade Area and Site Evaluation - Review and evaluation of trade areas and proposed purchase & lease locations that adhere to the corporate real estate growth strategy.
2. Deal Making full understanding of retail deal making and land acquisition on behalf of a national retailer.
3. Broker/Developer Management - Manage external brokerage and developer relationships on the identification and evaluation of proposed purchase or lease locations.

4. Site Presentation - Responsible for the preparation of a PowerPoint deck for submission and presentation to the Real Estate Committee.

5. Negotiation - Oversee the negotiation of letter of intents and contracts for proposed purchase or lease locations.

6. Deal Management - Responsible for the management of the contractual deal terms and ownership relationship to ensure a timely closing of the transaction and the successful development of a new MUSA location.

7. Collaboration - Coordinate with project management team and external consultants to ensure the development of all projects in accordance with current MUSA standards as it pertains to the real estate transaction.

8. Reporting - Responsible for timely and accurately updating information in MUSA's project management system as well as reporting information and updates to project teams and management.

9. Corporate Representative - Build and maintain relationships with key market stakeholders (local developers, public officials, other retailers, etc.) within target markets that could assist with the development of new MUSA locations. Attend retail real estate trade shows such as ICSC and Retail Live!

10. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Broad knowledge of such fields as, real estate, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Equivalent to a four-year college degree, plus 3-5 years related of retail deal making experience and/or training in the market.