Director, Real Estate Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona

Location:

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Location:
Onsite in Phoenix, AZ

Reports to:

Senior Vice President, Global Site Strategy & Expansion
Direct Reports: 0

• Execute global facilities and real estate strategy aligned to enterprise growth and geographic expansion.
• Oversee acquisition, construction estimates, expansion, consolidation, and disposition of global facilities.
• Develop, manage, and track global facilities operating and capital budgets, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Support M&A activities through facilities due diligence and integration planning.
• Partner cross-functionally to support manufacturing operations, R&D labs, distribution centers, and front office environments.
• Drive facilities-related business continuity planning and operational readiness.
• Develop and maintain global real estate portfolio and develop policies, standards, and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate with external real estate partners to develop letters of intent (LOIs) and favorable lease terms

• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive global facilities leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of global real estate portfolio management and commercial leasing regulations.
• Experience managing facilities across manufacturing, warehouse, R&D, and enterprise office environments.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale construction and capital projects.
• Strong financial acumen including budget management, forecasting, and capital planning.
• Experience supporting high-growth, acquisitive, or enterprise-scale organizations.
• Experience operating in regulated, government-contracted, or public safety environments preferred.
• Exceptional cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder influence skills.

This role is based out of our Phoenix, AZ location. We rely on in-person collaboration and ask that team members work onsite Mondays through Fridays. We believe that connection fuels innovation, and our in-office culture is designed to foster meaningful teamwork, mentorship, and shared success.

• Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
• Discretionary paid time off
• Paid parental leave for all
• Fitness Programs
• Emotional & Mental Wellness support
• And yes, we have snacks in our offices

Benefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work

Don’t meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long‑term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they check every box in the job description. If you’re excited about this role and our mission to Protect Life but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification listed here, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job. The job description may change or be supplemented at any time in accordance with business needs and conditions.

Some roles may also require legal eligibility to work in a firearms environment.

Axon’s mission is to Protect Life and is committed to the well‑being and safety of its employees as well as Axon’s impact on the environment. All Axon employees must be aware of and committed to the appropriate environmental, health, and safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Axon employees are empowered to report safety concerns as they arise and activities potentially impacting the environment.

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