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Job Title: Retail Store Expansion Manager (Projects | South India) Location: South India | Extensive Travel Required Function: Retail Expansion & Projects Experience: 510 Years About Aramya: At Aramya, we’re redefining fashion for India’s underserved Gen X/Y women, offering size-inclusive, comfortable, and stylish ethnic wear at affordable prices. Launched in 2024, we’ve already achieved 40 Cr in revenue in our first year, driven by a unique blend of data-driven design, in-house manufacturing, and a proprietary supply chain. Today, with an ARR of 100 Cr, we’re scaling rapidly with ambitious growth plans for the future. Our vision is bold: to build the most loved fashion and lifestyle brands in India while empowering individuals to express themselves effortlessly. Backed by marquee investors like Accel and Z47, we’re on a mission to make high-quality ethnic wear accessible to every woman. As part of this journey, we’re excited to launch multiple sub-brands like Tavira in the coming years, catering to diverse lifestyle needs of our customers and expanding into new categories. Together, these brands will shape the future of fashion and help us achieve our long-term goals set for 2030. We’ve built a community of loyal customers who love our weekly design launches, impeccable quality, and value-for-money offerings. With a fast-moving team driven by creativity, technology, and customer obsession, Aramya is more than a fashion brand—it’s a movement to celebrate every woman’s unique journey. Role Summary: We’re looking for a passionate Retail Store Expansion Manager to lead new store rollouts and support our aggressive offline retail expansion in South India. The role involves end-to-end project ownership—from market identification and lease negotiations to store build-outs and post-launch maintenance. You’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with Aramya’s aesthetic and functional expectations. Key Responsibilities: 1. Store Location Identification & Leasing Conduct market intelligence to identify high-potential retail locations aligned with Aramya’s brand positioning. Lead lease negotiations with landlords, brokers, and developers to secure optimal commercial terms. Liaise with legal teams to ensure compliance and contract execution. 2. Store Setup & Execution Drive project execution of new stores, including layout, interiors, fixtures, branding, and utilities. Select and manage external vendors, contractors, and design partners. Ensure on-time, cost-effective store openings while maintaining brand standards. Implement structural modifications and upgrades for existing stores as needed. 3. Budgeting & Vendor Management Create and manage CAPEX budgets and project P&Ls for each store. Identify cost-saving levers without compromising customer experience or design integrity. Maintain strong working relationships with vendors, brokers, and execution partners. 4. Maintenance & Ongoing Improvements Monitor store infrastructure across South India and drive timely upkeep and repairs. Support expansion process optimizations based on business needs and market response. Qualifications & Skills: 5–10 years of experience in retail expansion, projects, or real estate in fashion, lifestyle, FMCG, or quick commerce domains. Strong market understanding of retail real estate across Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities in South India. Excellent negotiation and vendor management capabilities. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. Sound knowledge of store layout, interior execution, and retail brand aesthetics. Hands-on experience in cost control, budgeting, and project tracking. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Willingness to travel extensively across the region.
