Job Details

Overview

The Associate Real Estate Portfolio Manager will act as a team lead in the negotiation, financial evaluation, problem solving and legal research associated with Ryder's Real Estate Portfolio. This is primarily an asset management role that is responsible for all real estate activities. The successful candidate must drive consistent corporate real estate objectives for the business units and perform specialized projects as assigned. This position will provide real estate subject matter expertise to internal business customers and drive management decision making at the BU, Region, and HQ level by developing and communicating the strategy needed to successfully achieve real estate goals to manage business needs. The position will report to the Sr Manager of Real Estate and continuously evaluate the assigned portfolio and processes related to real estate for each business segment to improve real estate deliverables and create continuous improvement and efficiencies. Remote work from home.

Responsibilities

• Manage Real Estate transactions start to finish. Source brokerage services based on qualifications needed, then collaborate with brokers to locate new properties and complete valuations. Analyze and prioritize potential real estate opportunities, then negotiate and execute transactions for assigned business units.
• Work with management to develop and execute diverse Real Estate strategies for designated portfolio areas. Make time-sensitive decisions to facilitate completion of real estate transactions. Lead internal cross-functional teams and coordinate with Ryders legal, operations, risk, tax, environmental departments to complete projects. Manage external consultants such as architects, engineers, and brokers in evaluating real estate assets.
• Lead departmental teams for the selection, evaluation, and completion of real estate transactions. Coordinate with the broader Real Estate Facility Planning and Construction team to ensure project completion that requires construction or equipment installation.
• Evaluate portfolio needs and implement improvement initiatives. Ensure portfolio records are accurate and current in the real estate database. Ensure all transaction processes conform to internal approval controls and applicable compliance requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Evaluate facilities in the assigned portfolio to develop short- and long-term strategic plans.
• Develop detailed action plans aligned with the business strategy for Real Estate.
• Conduct market tests to ensure alternatives are evaluated and all economics are competitive.
• Continuously evaluate processes related to Real Estate to drive efficiency and reduce waste.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Project management skills
• Effective negotiation skills
• Ability to influence change and provide leadership
• Ability to establish professional relationships at all organization levels
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Self-driven in a fast-paced environment with flexibility
• Strong multi-tasking, organization, and time management
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up
• Collaboration and team-building skills
• Team-oriented with a growth mindset

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in real estate, business, finance, or related field
• Masters degree in real estate or related field preferred
• Five (5) years or more professional experience in Commercial Real Estate

Travel: 10-20%

Job Category: Real Estate & Construction

Compensation Information

Base pay range: $70,000/yr - $90,000/yr

Pay Type: Salaried

Benefits Information: For all full-time positions, Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, parental leave, and a 401(k) plan. For more information about benefits, download the benefits summary.

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.