Assistant Leasing Manager

Roles

The Assistant Leasing Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing strategic retail locations that support the Company's expansion objectives. This role leads the end-to-end leasing process, including market research, site evaluation, lease negotiation, and landlord relationship management, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and cost-effective execution of new store openings, relocations, renewals, and refurbishment projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research, site visits, and location analysis to identify high-potential expansion opportunities aligned with the Company's brand strategy and commercial objectives.
• Develop and execute leasing and expansion strategies to increase the brand's footprint in both existing and new markets.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, retail developments, and industry best practices to identify business opportunities and maintain the Company's competitive position.
• Evaluate site feasibility by assessing commercial potential, demographics, traffic patterns, rental costs, and return on investment.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Retail Operations, Finance, Legal, Design & Construction, and Merchandising, to ensure smooth execution of store expansion and renovation projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property developers, shopping mall management, brokers, and business partners to support long-term leasing opportunities.
• Lead lease negotiations for new stores, lease renewals, relocations, and contract amendments, ensuring commercially favorable terms while adhering to approved budgets and company policies.
• Manage the execution of store expansion, relocation, and refurbishment plans, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget.
• Prepare business cases, financial analyses, and supporting documentation required for internal management approval and investment decisions.
• Develop accurate reports and presentations on market opportunities, leasing pipeline, project status, competitor activities, and expansion performance.
• Maintain and update the lease database, including lease agreements, critical dates, renewal schedules, rental obligations, and compliance requirements.
• Monitor lease performance and ensure timely execution of lease renewals, rent reviews, and contractual obligations.
• Manage multiple leasing projects simultaneously while ensuring priorities, timelines, and deliverables are achieved effectively.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance leasing processes, cost efficiency, and operational effectiveness.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business management, Real Estate, Marketing, Property Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience, preferably in retail leasing, commercial property, fashion, footwear, or the active lifestyle industry.
• Solid understanding of retail leasing, site selection, market analysis, and commercial property management.
• Proven experience in lease negotiations, landlord management, and retail expansion projects.
• Strong network with landlords, shopping mall management, property developers, and real estate agents is an advantage.
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset, with the ability to evaluate business opportunities and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build relationships with external partners.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English (written and verbal).
• Positive attitude, high integrity, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Agile, proactive, eager to learn, and possesses strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional appearance with a high level of honesty and accountability.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willing to travel extensively across Indonesia as required.