Job Description

Expect more. Connect more. Be more at Diebold Nixdorf. Our teams automate, digitize, and transform the way more than 75 million people around the globe bank and shop in this hyper-connected, consumer-centric world. Join us in connecting people to commerce in this vital, rewarding role.

The Director of Global Real Estate & Operations is responsible for providing visionary leadership and strategic direction for the company’s worldwide real estate portfolio. including overseeing the strategic planning, acquisition, development, and management of the company’s real estate portfolio across all regions. This role ensures that real estate assets align with the organizational objectives, maximize value, and support business growth worldwide. The director collaborates with leadership, regional teams, and external partners to deliver high-performing, cost-effective, and sustainable real estate solutions.

• Ensure global implementation of the real estate strategy that supports the company’s business objectives, operational needs, and long-term growth plans.
• Oversee the acquisition, leasing, disposition, and management of all owned and leased properties, ensuring optimal utilization and return on investment.
• Collaborate in the planning and execution of real estate projects, including site selection, construction, renovation, and relocation initiatives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, external partners, landlords, brokers, and governmental entities.
• Negotiate complex real estate transactions, including lease agreements, purchase contracts, and service provider arrangements.
• Monitor global real estate market trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks to identify opportunities and mitigate potential challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies regarding real estate operations and transactions.
• In collaboration, develop and manage the global real estate budget, controlling costs and optimizing capital expenditures.
• Implement sustainable and environmentally responsible real estate practices to support the company’s ESG goals.
• Prepare and present regular reports on portfolio performance, project status, and strategic recommendations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• min. 10 years of progressive experience in corporate real estate management, including international and multi-site portfolio oversight.
• Proven track record of strategic leadership, project management, and successful negotiation of major real estate transactions, typically 4-6 years.
• Strong understanding of global real estate markets, financial analysis, and compliance requirements.
• Highly experienced in working with data, driving analytics and reporting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multicultural, and matrixed organization.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.
• Fluent business English (Written and spoken).
• Proficient in all MS Office products with an emphasis on Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree or relevant professional certifications preferred.
• Additional languages, a plus.

We offer:

• Contract of employment
• Employee Assistance Program - wide range of services, advice on topics such as mental health, family problems, financial and legal issues, career management, preparation for retirement, etc.
• Trainings from the first day of work
• Insight and Knowledge of cutting-edge technologies
• Various options for personal development (career paths, internal recruitment, trainings, assisting in ad-hoc projects etc.)
• Possibility to use foreign languages on a daily basis
• Teamworking and supportive atmosphere
• Wide range of benefits: life insurance, private medical care, Multisport card
• 26 days of holiday regardless seniority
• Over 8000 industry recognised certified trainings.
  

Pay Transparency Statement
The monthly base salary range for this position is 26,100.00 PLN Gross to 37,300.00 PLN Gross.
Actual compensation will depend on factors such as qualifications, skills, competencies, geographic location, and relevant experience. Certain roles may include additional components beyond base salary, such as incentive opportunities or other forms of variable compensation. Details of any such components will be discussed during the interview process and will be governed by the applicable plan documents.

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Why should you join Diebold Nixdorf?

Brightest minds + technology and innovation + business transformation The people of Diebold Nixdorf are 23,000+ teammates of diverse talents and expertise in more than 130 countries, harnessing future technologies to deliver personalized, secure consumer experiences that connect people to commerce. Our culture is fueled by our values of collaboration, decisiveness, urgency, willingness to change, and accountability.

–Diebold Nixdorf is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

** To all recruitment agencies: Diebold Nixdorf does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Diebold Nixdorf employees or any other organization location. Diebold Nixdorf is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes**

We are a global Company operating in multiple Locations and Entities. As we are keen to find the best solution for our candidates several legal entities might be applicable for a Job offer. A List of our operating entities can be found here - https://www.dieboldnixdorf.com/en-us/about-us/global-locations