General Manager Business Development

Key Responsibilities:

Business Growth & Innovation

• Lead the development of new business concepts, store formats, and customer experience initiatives.
• Drive pilot projects from ideation to commercial implementation and scaling.
• Identify new business opportunities and innovative revenue streams.

Strategic Partnership Management

• Build and manage strategic partnerships with local and international brands.
• Develop collaborations that create differentiation and enhance business value.

Product & Category Development

• Lead product and category innovation, including Private Label development.
• Analyze market trends and consumer insights to identify growth opportunities.

Sustainability & Brand Value

• Drive Sustainability and CSR initiatives aligned with Gourmet Market's values.
• Create shared value that strengthens brand reputation and supports long-term business growth.

Strategic Project Management

• Oversee strategic initiatives from planning to execution.
• Collaborate closely with Merchandising, Operations, Marketing, Online, and external partners to ensure successful delivery.

Qualifications:

• MBA or Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Retail Management, Business Administration, Food Industry Management, Food Science, or related fields.
• 20+ years of experience in Retail, Supermarket, Premium Grocery, FMCG, or Business Development.
• Strong business acumen with solid knowledge of P&L, ROI, Margin, and Pricing.
• Proven experience in retail concept development, category management, and strategic partnerships.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication skills in both Thai and English.