Assistant Manager Business Development &Operations

Job Description

Business Development - Key Responsibilities Market Research & Analysis Conduct market research to identify trends, competitors, and opportunities Analyze consumer behavior and local market conditions for strategic planning Business Development & Growth Identify and pursue new business opportunities (new locations, and corporate accounts) Lead contract negotiations with suppliers, and business partners Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders Strategic Planning & Execution Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term business strategies Present progress reports to senior leadership on business development activities Partnerships & Alliances Build and maintain strategic partnerships to enhance growth and brand recognition Work with cross-functional teams (marketing, operations, finance) for effective execution Revenue Generation & Profitability Implement strategies for revenue generation and long-term profitability Evaluate and assess new locations, markets, and business opportunities Brand Positioning & Marketing Collaborate with marketing to enhance brand positioning in target markets Develop strategies for regional and national market penetration Performance Monitoring Track performance of new ventures against KPIs and operational goals Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions Skills & Qualifications Experience 5-7 years in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships (preferably in QSR or food & beverage) Proven track record of driving growth and achieving sales targets Education Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field MBA or advanced degree is a plus Skills Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills Deep understanding of the QSR industry and consumer trends Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team Excellent presentation skills Technical Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Experience with CRM and business development platforms