Simon Property Group

Area Director, Marketing & Business Development

QUAKER BRIDGE, NJPosted 24 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from Simon Property Group

  • Job overview

    The Area Director, Marketing & Business Development at Simon Property Group leads strategic marketing and revenue generation for multiple shopping centers, impacting sales and brand presence.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves creating and selling revenue opportunities, developing retailer strategies, executing marketing plans and budgets, coordinating visual merchandising and advertising, managing media relations, and growing social media channels.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates need a BA/BS in sales, marketing, or business, 4-6 years in sales, sponsorship, marketing, event management, budgeting, retail and media knowledge, strong communication, negotiation, computer skills, flexibility for varied schedules, and some travel.

  • Company information

    Simon Property Group manages multiple shopping centers and focuses on strategic marketing and revenue growth through property and media asset sales.

  • Job location and travel

    The job is located at Quaker Bridge Mall with some overnight travel required.

  • Unique job features

    The role uniquely combines strategic marketing, sales, retailer engagement, and social media growth across multiple shopping centers.

Company overview

Simon Property Group is a leading global real estate company specializing in the ownership, development, and management of premier shopping, dining, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations. They generate revenue primarily through leasing retail space to tenants and collecting rent, as well as through property management fees and development projects. Founded in 1960 by Melvin Simon and Herbert Simon, the company has grown to become a dominant player in the retail real estate industry, known for its high-quality properties and strategic acquisitions, including the notable purchase of Taubman Centers in 2020.

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  • Showcase experience in budgeting, forecasting, and maximizing marketing ROI, along with your skills in executing large-scale marketing plans that align with corporate objectives and drive financial performance.

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  • Connect on LinkedIn with current marketing and business development professionals at Simon Property Group; start conversations by referencing recent mall marketing campaigns or asking about best practices for retailer intensification strategies.

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