GSC MEA REAL Estate Director

Who are we and what we stand for?

Our purpose and mission are what guides us and represents our promise to all our stakeholders - customers, partners, employees, influencers, shareholders, and communities.

Schneider's purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all.

At Schneider, we call this Life Is On.

Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency.

Our renewed purpose highlights our commitment to create lasting impact while maintaining our promise to make the most of our energy and resources bridging progress and sustainability for all.

Our updated mission continues to reinforce our value of strong partnerships, where trust is needed above all.

Your Mission

• Oversee cross-functional teams, supporting RE/IFM activities over 6 clusters.

• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance footprint efficiency and business operations.

• Provide periodic Updates to Global leaders & cluster management on Related topics & High-profile Initiatives, Highlights, lowlights & Risks.

• Manage high-priority projects, at New & ongoing sites including industrial, warehouses & commercial offices.

• Ensure all Facilities are aligned with SE global requirements on sustainability & Green Building Initiatives.

• Prepare & present executive summary for new Initiatives including forecasted spend, Opex, Capex.

present recommendations & general project planning.

• Establish and enforce Global Standard Operating Policies and Procedures (SOPPs) to ensure compliance, efficiency, and service excellence.

• Maintain, update, and keep current the company's central repository for real estate agreements and financial commitments.

• selecting real estate brokers to represent the company in lease negotiations.

Manage the activities of the real estate brokers selected.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, ensuring seamless execution of daily operations.

• Oversee MEA zone spend & budgeting process, ensuring financial control and proactive issue resolution.

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to Real Estate & IFM teams, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Monitor and analyze performance metrics at both departmental and individual levels, ensuring continuous improvement.

• Assists in developing annual operating and capital budget projections for real estate and facility projects.

Identifies opportunities for cost reduction, containment, or avoidance.

• Maintain familiarity with related quality processes and procedures.

Submit recommendations for updates or revisions as needed.

Qualifications

Your Role - Magic happens when you bring great people together!

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Architecture or equivalent experience.

• Typically requires 15 or more years of previous related experience.

• Previous facility management and real estate negotiation/transa...