Assistant Manager - Business Development

Preferred Candidate-Male

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the retail expansion strategy and identify potential markets for new store openings.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify target customers and competitors in each market.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including landlords, contractors, and suppliers, to facilitate the opening of new stores.
• Forecasting business projections & trends, formulating result-oriented plans, setting and adherence to budgets/ objectives.
• Present new category recommendations regularly to Merchandising Manager (financials, reasoning/trends and future plans).
• Build strong relationships with vendors/ Interact with clients and respond to important inquiries about the companys products or services.
• Assess potential risks associated with property acquisitions and propose mitigation strategies.
• Stay updated on zoning laws, building codes, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets related to business development activities, ensuring cost-effectiveness and ROI.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to develop and execute expansion plans successfully.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to drive footfall and increase brand awareness.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, competition, and consumer preferences to identify new business opportunities.
• Provide regular reports and updates to the senior management team regarding the progress of retail expansion and business development activities.

• Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's / masters degree.
• Work Experience: 5-6 Years in Womens Ethnic Wear Brand.
• Strong business development acumen.
• Proven track record in successful new store openings.
• Excellent negotiation and networking skills.
• Analytical Thinking.
• Result-Driven.