SAP Regional Transaction Lead Focus EMEA f/m/d 

Germany, Baden-Württemberg 

507133828

YOUR FUTURE ROLE

2. Market Analysis & Strategy
- Conduct Market Research: Identify opportunities and risks in various real estate markets.
- Provide Insights: Offer recommendations to optimize real estate portfolio performance.
- Monitor Trends: Keep track of market trends and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and alignment with business needs.

4. Negotiation & Contract Management
- Lead Negotiations: Conduct negotiations with landlords, tenants, brokers, and other stakeholders. Manage internal and external resourcing as well as the process for real estate solutions/transactions by deciding and assigning responsibility for a real estate demand within a region together with the Regional Heads, including preparation of statements of requirements, setting strategy and goals for the transaction, building due diligence, financial and budget preparation, management, and submission of the business case.
- Ensure Compliance: Ensure accuracy and enforceability of contracts, leases, and legal documents.
- Partner with Legal: Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory adherence.

5. Portfolio Management
- Optimize Portfolio: Review and optimize the organization’s real estate portfolio for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Report Performance: Provide regular reports on portfolio performance, including financial metrics and occupancy rates.

6. Business Alignment
- Understand Needs: Work with business units to understand their operational needs and translate them into real estate strategies.
- Align with Growth Plans: Ensure real estate activities align with corporate growth plans and meet functional and strategic requirements.

7. Budgeting & Cost Control
- Prepare Budgets: Manage transaction budgets and ensure cost control.
- Identify Savings: Find opportunities to reduce real estate-related expenses.

8. Risk Management
- Assess Risks: Evaluate potential risks associated with real estate transactions.
- Develop Strategies: Create mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with local, national, and international real estate regulations.

YOUR PROFILE

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
- Certifications: Professional certifications are advantageous.
- Experience: Ideally 10+ years of experience in corporate real estate, real estate transactions, or portfolio management.
- Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics, legal frameworks, and financial modeling (Buy vs. Lease) as well as IFRS16.
- Skills: Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Software Proficiency: Proficiency in real estate management software and tools.
- Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

- German and English Fluent

The Corporate Real Estate Transaction Manager plays a pivotal role in managing the acquisition, disposition, leasing, and optimization of real estate assets to support the organization's strategic and operational goals. This position requires expertise in real estate market analysis, negotiation, contract management, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver cost-effective and value-driven real estate solutions. The manager must align with internal and external stakeholders, subject matter experts, and business units to ensure seamless and strategic real estate transactions.Success in this role requires a deep understanding of real estate markets, strong negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate should possess strategic thinking, problem-solving abilities, and strong financial acumen to optimize the real estate portfolio and contribute to the organization’s

overall success.

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