Key Responsibilities

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  Develop and implement the
  overall store expansion strategy
  , overseeing the full lifecycle of new store openings across multiple territories.

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  Apply
  commercial insight and local market intelligence
  to assess and forecast the potential sales performance of prospective sites before lease commitments.

• 
  Proactively
  identify, evaluate, and secure high-potential retail spaces and shop lots
  , with strong understanding of street-level retail leasing dynamics.

• 
  Conduct comprehensive
  site viability assessments
  and provide clear
  recommendations supported by commercial rationale, market data, and financial analysis.

• 
  Lead and accelerate the
  store rollout pipeline
  to achieve ambitious expansion targets while maintaining strict standards for site quality and profitability.

Requirements

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  8–10 years of proven experience
  in Retail Business Development, Leasing, or Store Expansion within the retail industry.

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  Demonstrated track record of successfully
  opening and launching multiple retail outlets
  within a chain retail environment.

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  Extensive experience working with
  fast-growing retail chains, franchise expansion teams, or convenience store headquarters
  .

• 
  Strong ability to evaluate site quality quickly
  , distinguishing between high-potential and underperforming locations even when market information is limited, while using data to validate and refine site-selection decisions.

• 
  In-depth knowledge of
  shop lot leasing processes
  , including regulatory considerations, zoning requirements, and landlord negotiations.

• 
  Strong capability to
  assess ROI and estimate sales potential
  based on site characteristics, demographics, and competitive landscape.

• 
  Possesses strong
  market awareness and field-based insight
  , with the ability to identify emerging retail opportunities.

• 
  Solid
  commercial acumen
  , with a clear understanding of the balance between rental costs and projected revenue performance.

• 
  Confident decision-maker with the ability to
  present and defend strategic recommendations
  with sound commercial reasoning.