Retail Store Expansion Manager ( Projects )

Retail Store Expansion Manager (Projects)

Retail Store Expansion Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Store Location Identification & Leasing:

• Conduct

  market research

  to identify

  cost-optimized retail locations

  .
• Lead

  lease negotiations

  with property owners, developers, and brokers.
• Collaborate with legal teams for

  contract finalization and compliance

  .

• Store Setup & Project Execution:

• Oversee

  store design, layout planning, and fit-out execution

  with contractors.
• Manage

  vendor selection

  for interiors, fixtures, signage, and utilities.
• Ensure

  on-time store project completion

  while optimizing costs.
• Handle

  modifications, updates, and maintenance for existing stores

  .
• Work with cross-functional teams to ensure

  operational readiness at launch

  .

• Budgeting & Cost Management:

• Prepare and manage

  budgets for store expansion and fit-outs

  .
• Identify

  cost-saving opportunities

  without compromising brand aesthetics.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience:

  5-10 years in retail expansion, project management, or real estate

  (preferably in fashion, lifestyle, FMCG, or quick commerce).

• Retail Market Knowledge:

  Strong understanding of South Indian retail markets, leasing, and store operations

  .

• Negotiation Skills:

  Proven ability to negotiate leases and vendor contracts effectively

  .

• Project Management:

  Experience handling multiple store launches simultaneously

  .

• Financial Acumen:

  Expertise in budget management and cost control

  .

• Network:

  Strong relationships with contractors and brokers

  .

• Travel:

  Willingness to travel extensively across South India

  .