Director, Real Estate & New Store Development

Responsibilities

• Own the execution of the retail real estate strategy, focusing on identifying and securing locations in strategic epicenter markets.
• Lead broker relationships, market planning, and site selection strategy across all store formats.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of new store development from lease execution through to store opening.
• Manage NSO project plans, governing timelines, budgets, and performance standards.
• Lead cross-functional alignment across Retail Operations, Construction, Design, IT, Merchandising, HR, and Marketing.
• Provide strategic oversight of construction and build-out execution, including capital planning and forecasting.
• Partner with Finance to develop business cases for new store investments and ensure openings are on time and on budget.
• Build and develop a high-performing real estate and new store development team.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in retail real estate, store development, or project planning.
• Proven leadership in driving multi-store expansion strategies within specialty or premium retail.
• Extensive experience partnering with external real estate brokers and landlords.
• Strong understanding of lease structures, construction processes, and store-level economics.
• High level of financial acumen with experience evaluating investment risk and return.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.

About the Company

Salomon is "The Mountain Sport Company," born in 1947 in the heart of the French Alps. We are a leading brand in mountain sports, delivering innovation and progression through performance-driven design in footwear, apparel, and equipment. As part of Amer Sports, Salomon is committed to sustainability, diversity, and creating an inclusive environment for the world's leading mountain people.