Job Summary
Macdonald & Company is exclusively partnered with a leading industrial real estate firm to appoint a Senior Vice President of Acquistions.The Senior Vice President of Acquisitions, overseeing core plus and value add industrial acquisitions within the Northeast and Southeast regions. As a pivotal leader in our organization, you will play a crucial role in shaping our growth trajectory and expanding our footprint in these key markets. We are looking for an experienced visionary with a proven track record in identifying and executing strategic acquisition opportunities, driving revenue growth, and fostering key relationships within the industrial real estate sector.
Our mission is to be a leader in industrial real estate, promoting disciplined investment to ensure optimal outcomes for our people, investors, communities, and environment. Responsible investment practices are put forth consistent with our fiduciary responsibility and our commitment to building and protecting the long-term value of our assets. The SVP, Acquisitions will be asked to deploy best practices aligned with the ESG framework through responsible investment principles and environmental stewardship.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement acquisition strategies to achieve business objectives and expansion goals.
- Lead due diligence efforts for potential acquisitions, including financial analysis, market research, and risk assessment for both on and off-market deals.
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with brokers, property owners, and industry professionals to source high-quality acquisition opportunities.
- Negotiate and structure acquisition deals, ensuring favorable terms and alignment with the company's investment criteria.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including asset management, finance, and legal, to facilitate smooth transaction execution.
- Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to stay informed of industry developments and opportunities.
- Oversee the creation of detailed financial models and pro forma analyses to evaluate potential acquisitions.
- Engage with existing and potential investors, providing transparent and compelling updates on acquisition opportunities, market trends, and performance projections.
- Articulate a compelling investment thesis to potential partners, instilling confidence in the company's ability to deliver strong returns.
- Collaborate closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely reporting to investors, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Bachelor’s Degree required with a concentration in Real Estate, Finance, or Business.
- Deep knowledge of the industrial real estate industry and over ten (10) years experience
- A proven self-starter with a career track record indicating successful new business generation and the ability to generate relationships through repeat client business.
- Comfortability maintaining and building depth in relationships with both brokers and property owners.
- Extraordinary organizational skills and a record of timely and efficient completion of projects are essential.
- Excellent problem-solving and creative skills and the strong ability to overcome obstacles, work creatively, and with sound judgment.
- A detail-oriented, quantitative approach to the business, coupled with the ability to assume a long-term owner’s perspective.
- Ability to gain the respect and cooperation of internal and external constituencies across a wide variety of disciplines and to coordinate their efforts as necessary.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and oral.
