Retail Expansion Executive / Store Acquisition Executive
Experience
2 – 5 Years
Employment Type
Full-Time | Work from Office (6 Days a Week)
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and result-oriented Retail Expansion Executive to support our aggressive store expansion plans across India. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying, evaluating, negotiating, and acquiring suitable retail locations while coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure successful store openings.
Key Responsibilities
Store Expansion & Site Acquisition
* Identify and source potential retail locations for new store openings.
* Conduct market surveys and location assessments based on demographic, geographic, and socio-economic factors.
* Develop cluster mapping and market intelligence reports for new and existing territories.
* Collaborate with business teams to identify expansion opportunities across cities and districts.
* Evaluate sites based on footfall, visibility, accessibility, competition, and commercial viability.
Landlord & Property Management
* Lead negotiations with landlords, property owners, and brokers to secure commercially viable deals.
* Collect, verify, and validate property-related documents.
* Coordinate lease agreement preparation, approvals, and execution.
* Manage lease renewals, extensions, rent escalations, and security deposit matters for existing stores.
Project Coordination
* Work closely with cross-functional teams including Operations, Projects, Legal, Finance, and Business teams.
* Track site acquisition progress and provide daily/weekly updates to the central team.
* Ensure timely handover of finalized sites for store fit-outs and launch activities.
Site Evaluation & Measurement
* Conduct site measurements and prepare evaluation reports.
* Assess property suitability from operational and commercial perspectives.
* Maintain accurate records of site visits, negotiations, and agreements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Mandatory Skills
* 2–5 years of experience in Retail Expansion, Store Acquisition, Site Identification, Store Development, or Retail Maintenance.
* Strong understanding of retail location selection parameters.
* Experience in new store opening processes.
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Knowledge of lease agreements, property documentation, and rental negotiations.
* Ability to conduct market mapping and site feasibility studies.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline.
* Educational background in Civil Engineering, Construction, Architecture, or related fields will be an added advantage.
Soft Skills
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Highly organized and detail-oriented.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Professional and presentable personality.
* Willingness to travel extensively for site visits and market surveys.
Industry Preference
Retail, QSR, FMCG Retail, Fashion Retail, Electronics Retail, Supermarket Chains, Pharmacy Chains, or Similar Multi-Location Retail Businesses.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to contribute directly to large-scale retail expansion.
* Exposure to strategic market planning and store development.
* Fast-paced, growth-oriented work environment.
* Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly expanding organization.
Pay: ₹700,000.00 - ₹1,100,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
