Senior Director, Global Real Estate

Avantor

. Lead Avantor's global real estate portfolio, facilities strategy, physical security programs, and AI-enabled real estate strategy .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $184,000 - $311,075 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global real estate strategies, portfolio optimization, and physical security programs while leveraging AI and advanced analytics for operational excellence. Proven ability to manage complex transactions, financial planning, and cross-functional initiatives in regulated environments.

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Global Real Estate StrategyPhysical Security Program DevelopmentAI-Driven Analytics and InsightsFinancial Analysis and Capital PlanningLeadership of Cross-Functional Teams

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Hard Skills

Portfolio OptimizationLease NegotiationsCapital PlanningRisk AssessmentsAccess ControlSurveillance SystemsPredictive AnalyticsDigital TransformationKPI DevelopmentContract Management

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationCollaborationInnovationAccountabilityInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

AI TechnologiesDigital TwinsGIS TechnologiesDashboardsDecision-Support Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

MCRSLCRCFMCPPPSPPMPLEED

Industry Keywords

Corporate Real EstateFacilities ManagementLife SciencesHealthcareRegulated IndustriesGMPGxPFDA-RegulatedLaboratory OperationsSupply Chain

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Avantor's global real estate portfolio, facilities strategy, physical security programs, and AI-enabled real estate strategy
Ensure the global network of offices, laboratories, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, service locations, and 3PL sites supports business growth, operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and financial performance
Develop and execute global real estate strategy aligned with business growth and operational objectives
Lead portfolio planning, site selection, lease negotiations, acquisitions, dispositions, expansions, consolidations, and facility investments
Establish long-term portfolio roadmaps balancing business needs, risk, flexibility, and cost efficiency
Support mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities through facility and portfolio assessments
Evaluate investment opportunities, capital plans, financial returns, and lease-versus-own decisions with Finance
Monitor portfolio performance through KPIs, dashboards, and governance reviews
Develop and improve enterprise-wide physical security programs
Establish global standards for access control, visitor management, surveillance, perimeter protection, workplace violence prevention, and incident response
Support security risk assessments, audits, investigations, and corrective action planning
Integrate security considerations into emergency preparedness, crisis management, business continuity, and operational resilience programs
Analyze security trends, incidents, and performance metrics to enhance preventative measures
Own strategy, governance, and continuous improvement of Avantor's Global AI Real Estate Program
Build an integrated view of owned, leased, and 3PL facilities using data, analytics, and AI-driven insights
Use AI and advanced analytics to improve portfolio planning, space utilization, occupancy management, site selection, capital investments, and operational performance
Develop dashboards and decision-support tools for utilization, costs, performance, risks, and investment opportunities
Identify opportunities involving AI, automation, digital twins, predictive modeling, and GIS technologies
Lead relationships with real estate, facilities, construction, project management, technology, and security service providers
Partner with Strategic Sourcing and Procurement on sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and performance management
Establish service levels, governance processes, and accountability measures
Present portfolio strategies, capital plans, security initiatives, and AI-driven insights to executive leadership
Foster accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Develop talent, succession plans, and organizational capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations, Security Management, or related field
15+ years of leadership experience in corporate real estate, facilities management, physical security, operations, supply chain, or related disciplines
Experience managing complex global real estate portfolios within manufacturing, life sciences, healthcare, logistics, or similarly regulated industries
Proven success leading real estate transactions, portfolio optimization, capital planning, and facilities operations
Experience developing enterprise physical security programs, including access control, surveillance, risk assessments, and security governance
Experience leading analytics, digital transformation, AI, or technology-enabled business improvement initiatives
Strong financial, strategic planning, and executive communication skills
Demonstrated success leading global teams, external providers, and complex cross-functional initiatives
Experience in life sciences, healthcare, laboratory, biopharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing environments preferred
Knowledge of GMP, GxP, FDA-regulated, laboratory, and scientific operations preferred
Experience supporting mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities preferred
Experience applying AI, machine learning, digital twins, GIS, or predictive analytics to real estate and operational decision-making preferred
Professional certifications such as MCR, SLCR, CFM, CPP, PSP, PMP, or LEED preferred
Strategic planning and portfolio optimization
Executive-level presentation, communication, and influencing skills
Financial analysis, budgeting, capital planning, and business case development
Commercial negotiation and contract management
Leadership of global, cross-functional teams and complex enterprise initiatives
Portfolio analytics, KPI development, and performance management
Decision-making based on quantitative data and business insights
Supplier relationship management and vendor performance oversight

Benefits

Comp & perks

Learning experiences to support career growth and success
Diverse, equitable and inclusive culture
Equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation support