BILLA Bulgaria, part of REWE Group, is one of the fastest developing supermarket chains in Europe. Our main purpose is to deliver fresh and high quality products for our customers!
If you are eager to play a key role in the growth of one of the biggest retail companies in Bulgaria, we are offering you a great opportunity to apply your experience and contribute to our success by joining our team in Sofia as an Expansionist.
YOUR AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:
• Contributes to the implementation of the company expansion strategy by searching and selecting optimum real estates and business surfaces for rent or suitable plot for purchase;
• Prepares preliminary project analysis, including potential evaluation with a rough cost analysis and drives projects approval in a timely and conscientious manner;
• Considers local direct competitors when assessing the respective location;
• Clarifies property ownership conditions and conducts negotiations with the landlord and/or proprietor;
• Keeps informed about the current political, social, economical and cultural situation and circumstances in the country and takes them into account accordingly;
• Establishes viable long-term contacts with local authorities, politicians and real estate market participants and obtains the necessary national construction permits;
• Participates in interdisciplinary projects and working groups as part of expansion planning process;
• Prepares reports on the status and progress of operational activities.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
• University degree in Economics, Legal Studies, Real Estate or other relevant;
• 3+ years of relevant experience in the field of real estates management in Retail / FMCG industries or a similar area;
• Excellent knowledge of the real estate market with ability to structure real estate transactions;
• Good knowledge of the Law of territory planning / plot parameters / cadaster;
• Experience in Project Management;
• Pro-active attitude, self driven and able to set and chase ambitious goals;
• Assertiveness with excellent negotiation and stakeholders management skills;
• Proven analytical and problem solving skills with conceptual thinking;
• Strong organizational skills with ability to multitask under pressure;
• Trustworthy and outspoken personality with eagerness to constantly learn and improve;
• Highly proficient in MS Office;
• Excellent language skills in English and/ or Good command of German language;
• Willingness to travel extensively within the country.
WHAT WE OFFER:
• Working autonomously on strategic projects and playing a key role in the growth of one the biggest companies on the Bulgarian market;
• Challenging opportunity for long-term career development in a multinational company;
• Extensive opportunities for training and continuous professional growth;
• Work in an open and friendly environment;
• Competitive remuneration in line with your qualifications and professional experience;
• Attractive bonus scheme and company car;
• Additional benefits.
If you are interested in our oportunity, please send your CV. Your application data will be treated with strict confidentiality. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
