Business Development Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive franchise partner acquisition by identifying and closing HNIs, entrepreneurs, family businesses and other investors capable of investing 10 Cr+.
• Identify and acquire premium retail properties (~1,000 sq. ft.) across key markets and micro-markets.
• Conduct market mapping, competitor analysis, catchment research and property evaluation.
• Build strong relationships with landlords, developers, brokers, IPCs and franchise partners.
• Lead commercial negotiations covering rent, deposits, lock-in, CAM, fit-out, landlord contributions and other terms.
• Evaluate retail P&L, unit economics, ROI and long-term commercial viability of franchise and property opportunities.
• Own the end-to-end expansion process, from market identification and negotiations to store launch.
• Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Projects, Design, Operations and Marketing to ensure timely execution.
• Maintain strong market intelligence and multiple opportunities to support Tyaanis expansion strategy.

Ideal Candidate:

• 5–10 years of experience in Retail Expansion, Franchise Development, Business Development or Property Acquisition.
• Experience in luxury retail, jewellery, premium fashion, automobiles, beauty or lifestyle preferred.
• Proven experience in closing retail properties and/or franchise partnerships.
• Strong landlord, broker, developer and investor network.
• Excellent commercial negotiation, financial analysis and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong Excel, presentation and analytical abilities.
• Willingness to travel extensively and conduct market visits.
• High ownership, urgency, resilience and strong business acumen.