Lead, Real Estate Strategy & Transactions

Here at Scout Motors, we're carrying forward the heritage of one of the most iconic American vehicles in history. A vehicle dating back to 1960. One that forged the path for future generations of rugged SUVs and trucks and will do so once again. But Scout is more than just a brand, it’s a legacy steeped in a culture of exploration, caretaking, and hard work. The Scout brand is all about respect. Respect for the past and the future by taking an iconic American brand that hasn’t been around for a while, electrifying it, digitizing it, and loading it with American innovation. Respect for communities by creating a company that stands for its people and its customers. Respect for both work and play, with vehicles that are equally at home at a camp site, a job site, or on a Tuesday commute. And respect for our customers by developing two powertrains that meet their requirements — an all-electric powertrain as well as the Harvester™ range extender powertrain which includes a built-in gas-powered generator with an estimated 500 miles of combined range. At Scout Motors, we empower our talented, inclusive, and entrepreneurial teams to innovate. What makes a Scout employee? Someone who is a visionary and a leader, who seeks new paths and shares lessons learned. A knowledgeable doer who collaborates across the company to build better. A go-getter with unrivaled passion. Join us at Scout Motors and be part of shaping the future of transportation. If you're ready to drive change and make history, apply now!What you’ll do The Real Estate Strategy & Transactions Lead will serve as the senior subject matter expert supporting Scout’s corporate real estate strategy, transaction execution, and portfolio planning activities across the company’s growing real estate footprint. Reporting to the Director, Real Estate & Facilities Management, this role leads coordination of complex real estate transactions and portfolio initiatives while serving as a key integration point between strategic planning, market analytics, and operational execution.  The role will partner closely with Legal, Finance, Facilities, Workplace Services, Security, IT, EHS, and business stakeholders to support delivery of scalable, efficient, and business-aligned real estate solutions across the enterprise.  Become part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the electric pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following: Real Estate Strategy & Transactions  Lead and coordinate complex real estate transactions for new and existing facilities across the U.S., including lease negotiations, renewals, relocations, terminations, and portfolio optimization initiatives.  Support execution of Scout’s corporate real estate strategy aligned with business growth objectives, ensuring market analytics, capacity modeling, investment prioritization, and operational considerations are integrated into transaction planning and execution.  Serve as a senior subject matter expert and primary point of integration between portfolio strategy and transaction execution activities.  Coordinate continuity across the real estate lifecycle from strategic planning through transaction execution and operational transition.  Support proactive portfolio initiatives including footprint optimization, consolidations, blend-and-extend strategies, relocations, renewals, and exit planning activities.  Partner with Legal, Finance, Purchasing, and business stakeholders to support review, negotiation, execution, and administration of lease agreements and related transaction documentation.  Portfolio Planning & Analytics  Conduct portfolio assessments and space utilization analyses to support operational alignment, portfolio optimization, and cost-effectiveness across Scout locations.  Gather, analyze, and present demographic, financial, market, and portfolio data to support real estate recommendations and decision-making.  Translate market analytics, capacity planning inputs, and portfolio data into actionable transaction and portfolio planning recommendations.  Identify opportunities for portfolio value creation, operational efficiencies, and cost savings across the real estate portfolio.  Maintain accurate lease records, portfolio databases, transaction documentation, and key milestone tracking.  Identify and assess potential risks associated with the corporate real estate portfolio.  Cross-Functional Coordination & Vendor Management  Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Facilities, Workplace Services, Security, IT, EHS, Legal, Finance, and business teams to support current and future real estate requirements.  Coordinate and oversee external real estate service providers, brokers, consultants, and vendors to support transaction execution and portfolio initiatives while maintaining cost and service expectations.  Support development and implementation of portfolio risk mitigation strategies in partnership with internal stakeholders.  Establish and maintain strong working relationships with landlords, brokers, consultants, and external service providers supporting Scout’s real estate activities.  Process Improvement & Reporting  Support development of real estate objectives, milestone planning activities, portfolio metrics, and reporting tools to improve visibility, consistency, and execution across projects and transactions.  Support standardization and continuous improvement of real estate transaction, portfolio tracking, and reporting processes.  Prepare reports, presentations, and transaction summaries for leadership review and decision-making.  Location & Travel Expectations: This role may be based out of the Scout Motors corporate headquarters in Charlotte, NC.  This role requires 4-5 days per week in the office, with regular in-person meetings and events.  Applicants should expect that the role will require the ability to convene with Scout colleagues in person and travel to participate in events on behalf of the company fro