BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 6200 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

Join us in shaping the future at our location in Cologne as a

Retail Property Manager Europe (m/f/d)

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify and secure suitable retail properties across Europe, ensuring strategic fits
• Conduct comprehensive market analysis to assess potential locations and opportunities
• Lead negotiations and acquisition processes for new retail spaces
• Mitigate risks associated with property acquisition and lease agreements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, landlords, and other key stakeholders
• Manage and elevate the broker network to enhance market reach and property sourcing
• Collaborate with internal and external cross-functional teams to support property-related initiatives
• Assist in property management tasks
• Support property takeovers and ensure smooth transitions for new retail locations

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES:

• Passion for real estate and retail expansion, with a strong strategic mindset
• Relevant professional experience in real estate, preferably in a retail environment
• High travel availability and a valid driver’s license
• Proficiency in MS Office applications
• Fluency in German and English; knowledge of an additional European language is a plus
• Negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex acquisition processes
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment

WE OFFER:

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. Our Talent Acquisition team is looking forward to receiving your online application!