Deron Nelson

Directed corporate real estate operations, managing 288,000 square feet of office and warehouse facilities across 13 U.S. sites. Coordinated with real estate brokers, vendors, and strategic partners on various real estate initiatives.
Managed site selection, lease review and negotiation, facilities design projects including building, equipment installation and infrastructure upgrades/renovations, and functional interior workspace renovations.
Managed departmental operating and CAPEX budgets, procurement, contract management, review and invoice approval.
Managed the Trace3 ESG program and collaborated with internal teams to establish emissions reduction goals and prepare responses for CDP, Ecovadis, and SBTi.
Collaborated on developing the Contracts Department, implemented a contracts repository tool, and set annual cost-saving goals through contract renegotiation and review.
Implemented a corporate travel program to enhance traveler experience and reduce costs. Managed vendor relationships with TMCs, airlines, car rental, and ridesharing providers. Negotiated agreements with vendors and hotels.

Played a key role in shaping and elevating departmental and organizational standards for facilities, corporate real estate management and workplace design. Led the development and implementation of innovative guidelines that optimized space utilization, enhanced operational efficiency, and promoted a cohesive company culture. Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure that both real estate strategies and design principles aligned with broader business objectives, resulting in improved employee satisfaction and more effective use of company resources.
Reported on operational program progress and updates to IIPP, travel and expense, and physical security policies.
Managed the facilities and business services team. Provided guidance to the team in areas related to facilities and real estate. Supported the advancement and development of team members within the department.
Managed corporate travel operations, facilities departmental budgeting and forecasting, spearheaded new business initiatives, implemented cost optimization strategies, and generated travel, facilities and real estate reports.

• Supervised mailroom staff, receiving clerk, and receptionist, managed vendor relationships for internal furniture changes, server room HVAC maintenance, and collaborated with internal departments.
• Executed plans for a multi-floor relocation to a new building. Traveled for space reductions and preparation for sublease.
• Excelled in the collaboration and development of the ISO 14001 environmental program.
• Created and executed cost savings for the Office Services Department.

• Manage a support staff of five at Toshiba America Electronic Components: Mailroom Clerk, Receiving Clerk, Receptionist, and Accounts Payable Clerk. Direct client relations with the Toshiba Office Services Manager, Director of Corporate Accounting, and Accounts Payable Manager Department.
Manage all contractual roles and responsibilities.
Excelling in all services and deliverables to the Office Services and Finance Department. Assisted the Office Services Manager with creating, updating, and auditing the department procedures, processes, and flow charts in the ISO 9001 and 14001 systems. Created cost savings for the Office Services Department.