Business Development Supervisor

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Business Development Supervisor in our Head Office.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end business development initiatives for new store expansion across multiple F&B brands.
• Identify, evaluate, and secure strategic retail locations across shopping malls, commercial buildings, airports, and independent properties.
• Conduct market research, site feasibility studies, competitor analysis, demographic analysis, and financial projections to support expansion decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property developers, and external business partners to secure strategic locations and establish long-term partnerships.
• Lead commercial negotiations covering rental rates, service charges, fit-out periods, rent-free periods, lease tenure, and other commercial terms.
• Manage lease-related documentation, including Letters of Intent (LOI), lease agreements, amendments, renewals, and other relevant documents, while coordinating with the Legal team throughout the negotiation process.
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Operations, Construction, Finance, Marketing, Legal, and Design teams to ensure smooth execution of new store openings and renovations.
• Monitor project timelines from site acquisition, handover, fit-out, and licensing through to store opening to ensure projects are delivered on schedule.
• Prepare business cases, investment proposals, management reports, and executive presentations for expansion opportunities.
• Develop partnership opportunities, commercial collaborations, and strategic initiatives to strengthen brand presence and drive business growth.
• Monitor market trends, retail developments, and competitor activities to identify new expansion opportunities and recommend strategic actions.
• Support senior management in expansion strategy, portfolio optimization, lease restructuring, and cost optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (S1) in any relevant field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Business Development or a related field.
• Strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the F&B, retail, property, or commercial industry is highly preferred.