About the role
Job Description – Manager, Business Development - (Apparel industry)
Department: Business Development
Location: Gurgaon
Experience: 3–4 Years
Qualification: Graduate in any discipline
Working Days: 5 Days a Week
Role Overview
We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented Manager – Business Development to drive retail expansion by identifying suitable store locations, negotiating lease and rental agreements, and managing the end-to-end execution of new store openings. The ideal candidate should possess strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in retail expansion, leasing, or business development.
Key Responsibilities
Identify, evaluate, and finalize new store locations in line with the company's expansion strategy.
Manage the end-to-end process of new store openings, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Lead rental and lease negotiations for new and existing stores to secure favorable commercial terms.
Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property owners, brokers, and real estate consultants.
Evaluate location feasibility, rental costs, and commercial viability to ensure cost optimization.
Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential retail locations to support future expansion plans.
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify high-potential locations.
Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely execution of store openings.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Graduate in any discipline.
3–4 years of relevant experience in business development, retail expansion, real estate, or leasing.
Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical thinking and decision-making abilities.
Good understanding of lease agreements, rental negotiations, and location feasibility.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Preferred Experience
Prior experience in retail store expansion, site selection, and commercial leasing.
Experience managing landlords, brokers, and property consultants.
Exposure to end-to-end retail store opening processes.