Manager, Real Estate
Warby Parker, New York, NY, United States
Warby Parker is seeking a Real Estate Manager to help shape and advance our North American retail real estate strategy. In this role, you’ll lead site research, sales forecasting and cannibalization analyses, financial modeling, and the development of Real Estate Committee materials that support both new store growth and existing fleet optimization. As a key member of the Real Estate and Development team, you’ll partner closely with Store Design, Construction, Finance, Retail Operations, and our national brokerage network.
If you’re passionate about distinguishing good retail locations from great ones—and excited to directly influence Warby Parker’s expansion strategy—read on!
What You’ll Do
Oversee the end-to-end deal flow process, including site identification, feasibility analysis with Store Design and Construction, and all LOI and lease negotiations
Collaborate with the VP of Real Estate and Development and the Store Design and Construction teams to prepare site approval presentation materials
Lead the creation of extensive committee packages, including pro formas with projected financial results
Develop, refine, and deploy sales forecasting and cannibalization models to inform strategic decision‑making
Provide analytical insights and recommendations for existing store strategies, including renewals, remodels, relocations, and expansions
Assist with the negotiation of real estate transactions by coordinating the efforts of strategic partners—brokers, developers, landlords—and internal teams including Legal, Construction, and Retail Operations
Build and/or maintain strong relationships with landlords, developers, and commercial retail brokers across North America
Who You Are
Equipped with 5+ years of relevant retail real estate leasing experience, backed by a bachelor's degree or equivalent work background
Deeply knowledgeable in retail real estate lease language and related legal documentation
An excellent negotiator and an exceptional communicator—both verbally and in writing
A highly analytical thinker who can dive into details without losing sight of broader strategic goals
Driven and motivated to learn quickly and produce best‑in‑class output
Articulate as a presenter and energized by sharing insights, telling the story behind the numbers, and influencing decisions
An Excel expert and G‑Suite genius who crunches numbers and preps presentations with ease
Passionate about retail and our brand, product, and customers
Not on the Office of Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
In compliance with local and state requirements, Warby Parker is committed to pay transparency. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary/hourly rate but also variable compensation for eligible employees. For applicable postings, the range listed is a good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation is thoughtfully determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and relevant market data. For applicable postings, non‑exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if you are required to work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full‑time employees:
Full‑Time Employees Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid sick leave
Paid Holidays
Vacation days per year
Retirement savings plan (401(k))
Parental leave (non‑birthing parents included)
Short‑term disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bereavement Support
Optical Education Reimbursement
Free eyewear
And more (just ask!)
Part‑Time Employees Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Free eyewear
Paid sick leave
And more (just ask!)
Warby Parker will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in Section 8 of our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”). It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
CO only: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on the apply before date listed. We encourage interested candidates to apply through our Career website.
1 WA only: Full‑Time employees’ paid sick leave is accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 26 hours worked. Full‑time employees receive 5 paid holidays and 5‑10 vacation days per year (after waiting period, depending on tenure and hours worked). 2 WA PT only: Paid sick leave (accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked).
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If you’re passionate about distinguishing good retail locations from great ones—and excited to directly influence Warby Parker’s expansion strategy—read on!
What You’ll Do
Oversee the end-to-end deal flow process, including site identification, feasibility analysis with Store Design and Construction, and all LOI and lease negotiations
Collaborate with the VP of Real Estate and Development and the Store Design and Construction teams to prepare site approval presentation materials
Lead the creation of extensive committee packages, including pro formas with projected financial results
Develop, refine, and deploy sales forecasting and cannibalization models to inform strategic decision‑making
Provide analytical insights and recommendations for existing store strategies, including renewals, remodels, relocations, and expansions
Assist with the negotiation of real estate transactions by coordinating the efforts of strategic partners—brokers, developers, landlords—and internal teams including Legal, Construction, and Retail Operations
Build and/or maintain strong relationships with landlords, developers, and commercial retail brokers across North America
Who You Are
Equipped with 5+ years of relevant retail real estate leasing experience, backed by a bachelor's degree or equivalent work background
Deeply knowledgeable in retail real estate lease language and related legal documentation
An excellent negotiator and an exceptional communicator—both verbally and in writing
A highly analytical thinker who can dive into details without losing sight of broader strategic goals
Driven and motivated to learn quickly and produce best‑in‑class output
Articulate as a presenter and energized by sharing insights, telling the story behind the numbers, and influencing decisions
An Excel expert and G‑Suite genius who crunches numbers and preps presentations with ease
Passionate about retail and our brand, product, and customers
Not on the Office of Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
In compliance with local and state requirements, Warby Parker is committed to pay transparency. We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes not only a competitive base salary/hourly rate but also variable compensation for eligible employees. For applicable postings, the range listed is a good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation is thoughtfully determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate's qualifications, experience, internal equity, and relevant market data. For applicable postings, non‑exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if you are required to work more than 40 hours in a workweek. Some benefits of working at Warby Parker for full‑time employees:
Full‑Time Employees Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid sick leave
Paid Holidays
Vacation days per year
Retirement savings plan (401(k))
Parental leave (non‑birthing parents included)
Short‑term disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bereavement Support
Optical Education Reimbursement
Free eyewear
And more (just ask!)
Part‑Time Employees Benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Free eyewear
Paid sick leave
And more (just ask!)
Warby Parker will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you are a California resident, please review the additional privacy disclosures available in Section 8 of our Privacy Policy, which provides a summary of how we collect, use, disclose, and share personal information about you and explain your rights under the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”). It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
CO only: The application window for this position is anticipated to close on the apply before date listed. We encourage interested candidates to apply through our Career website.
1 WA only: Full‑Time employees’ paid sick leave is accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 26 hours worked. Full‑time employees receive 5 paid holidays and 5‑10 vacation days per year (after waiting period, depending on tenure and hours worked). 2 WA PT only: Paid sick leave (accrued at a rate of 1 hour per every 30 hours worked).
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