General Manager, Danbury Fair Mall

Great people make great properties. As a shopping center developer of some of the nation’s best real estate in top markets, Macerich offers opportunities to work, grow and develop your unique talents. Apply now to help us shape the future of retail real estate while building a meaningful, rewarding, and balanced career.

The Position on our Team:

The General Manager’s primary role is to lead the property team by instilling a culture of excellence and cross discipline teamwork to achieve property-specific business metrics and critical goals, championing Macerich’s objectives and corporate-wide initiatives, serving as a leader in the local community, and maintaining a high level of subject matter expertise in the constant evolution of the shopping center industry as it relates to consumer trends, customer experience, and the changing retail landscape.

This is a regular, full-time, in-person role based at Danbury Fair Mall.

In This Role, You Will:

Strategic Vision

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Strategic Business Plan and Operating Budget, addressing opportunities and needs of the center and track KPI success.
• Accurately and clearly assess property management objectives through the evaluation of statistical analysis and data.
• Develop opportunities that drive traffic and sales, including ideas to keep our properties relevant on social media and digital management.
• All other duties as assigned.

Property Management

• Knowledge of shopping center finance and comprehension of all reporting including monthly, quarterly, and yearly operating statements, projections, A/R, any applicable tenant rental assistance / restructuring, etc.
• Contract administration and identification of cost efficiencies.
• Execution of multi-year CAPEX plan, with emphasis on ROI, operational expense reduction and long-term asset value creation.
• Management of third-party security / maintenance / landscaping / housekeeping, vertical transportation, (etc.) vendors.
• Implementation of all CCTV, Fire-Life-Safety, and other safety programs.
• Developing favorable relationships with civic leaders, first responders, as well as planning, development, building and health departments, and all property utility companies.
• Evaluation and creation of goals and objectives for direct report on-site employees, including salary recommendations.
• Understand all REA obligations and partnerships with adjacent property owners.
• Management of development / redevelopment plans and resources as applicable.
• Execution of tenant coordination process, minimizing LL cost, vacancy down time and expediting rent commencement date.
• Active participation is sustainability efforts, with knowledge of local rebate opportunities.
• Knowledge of environmental / code / ADA regulations, etc.
• All other duties as assigned.

Leasing

• Contribute to and support Leasing in implementing the center's leasing strategy.
• Actively source and engage in driving income from any and all opportunities including (but not limited to) local / regional prospects, non-traditional uses, advertising, temp / perm deals, and other programs that will improve NOI for the property.
• Actively help manage the lease administration including rent collection and monitoring / reporting / exercising landlords lease rights.
• Work with Leasing to introduce new customer friendly concepts, ensuring the best and highest retail offerings.
• Conduct property tours with prospective tenants in coordination with Leasing.
• Partner with Leasing Development (specialty / BD) to manage the common area leasing program to its highest standards, along with appropriate accounting / administrative support of the program overall.
• All other duties as assigned.

Marketing

• Actively engage in the center’s marketing efforts and work with Marketing Managers to develop income generating programs.
• Contribute to the development of the property’s marketing plans.
• Ensure the maximization of all social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, email blasts, use of influencers, etc. and suggest successful and inviting content targeted to the property’s specific customer and demographics.
• All other duties as assigned.

Community Involvement

• Actively engage local government and civic organizations which align with the center’s unique place within the community.
• Maintain strong relationships with local businesses, government departments, and community organizations.
• Participate in bi-annual community audits and utilize results to center-specific events and partnerships that align with the Macerich brand.
• All other duties as assigned.

What You Bring to Macerich:

• 4+ years of experience or training in shopping centers or equivalent retail environment.
• Bachelor’s Degree from a 4-year college or university.
• Real Estate industry certification, or State Real Estate License preferred.
• Good working knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and financial analysis.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and relationship skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• All applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including corresponding core job requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities (and others in accordance with applicable law) to perform the essential functions of the job, consistent with applicable laws and Company policy.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

We know our people make us who we are, and we take pride in recruiting and retaining the best and brightest employees from all backgrounds. We recognize the value of strengthening our workforce with diverse thoughts, voices, ideas, and people. This makes our company a rewarding and energizing environment to work in.

As an employee with Macerich, you will also benefit from the following:

• Best-in-class benefits with affordable employee contribution levels.
• Annual paid time off, including vacation time, 12 paid holidays and 80 hours of sick time annually.
• Savings accounts for your future through 401K and Health Savings Accounts.
• Participation in the Company stock program at a discount.
• 24 paid volunteer hours annually and employer charitable match benefit.
• Access to Calm for mindfulness support, sleep hygiene, and stress management.
• A sense of belonging fostered by wellness, satisfaction, diversity and inclusion.

Why Macerich

We create places where people come together. Macerich is reinventing the retail experience bringing together the best of shopping, dining, office, multifamily and experiences to meet the needs of the communities we serve. With forty-four properties in some of the most vibrant, bustling cities across the country from New York to California, Macerich is setting the bar for transforming retail real estate into our vision for Regional Town Centers for everyone.

Our Culture of Belonging

At Macerich, we prioritize diversity, inclusivity, and equity, benefiting our employees, workplaces, and communities. We actively seek talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, recognizing the strength it brings. Our goal is to create a thriving, respectful environment that celebrates uniqueness and fosters learning. We are proud of our practices promoting equal employment and advancement opportunities. Macerich welcomes all qualified applicants, regardless of protected characteristics. For further details, refer to our Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation Policy. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Contact our People team for assistance.

We strive to be leaders in our industry by operating properties that prioritize responsible stewardship of our resources for the benefit of our tenants, guests, investors, employees, communities, industry partners and the planet. We are also committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all employees can thrive. By prioritizing and investing in our employees, we create value for our workplaces and Regional Town Centers, as well as the communities we serve.