Business Development Lead - South en Levi Strauss & Co

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary of the role:

• This role is responsible for driving real estate strategy across 5 South Indian states, covering new store openings, relocations, upsizing, and renovation projects. Key focus areas include site identification, market analysis, lease negotiation, and managing regulatory and contractual processes. The position plays a critical role in expanding the store footprint and enhancing asset performance through strong market intelligence and network building. Responsible for 5 South Indian states. This role will report to Head - Business Development - India

About the role:

• Identifying relevant properties based on strategic growth plans, conducting market research, and evaluating changing customer and location dynamics.
• Managing regulatory approvals, legal documentation, and contractual transitions for all property-related transactions.
• Tracking and reporting key performance indicators (KPIs) such as ROI, rent-to-revenue ratios, and time-to-launch for new locations.
• Leading site selection, feasibility studies, and lease/rental negotiations with property owners and developers.
• Building and maintaining a strong network of local brokers, landlords, and informal market sources to secure high-potential properties.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, design, legal) to ensure timely and cost-effective store rollouts.
• Monitoring competitor activity and market saturation to inform expansion strategies.
• Supporting strategic planning for retail footprint growth, as per company strategy.
• Location - Bangalore

About you:

• Education: Postgraduate.
• Experience:
  • 10+ years
  • Prior experience in Business Development and Sales.
  • Preferably from the apparel industry but open to other retail sectors like Decathlon, Jockey.

• Portfolio Management: Should have experience handling a large geography and multi-project load.
• Language Preference: Should know at least one South Indian language
• Geography Preference: Must have worked in South India.
• Title Preference: BD Manager / BD Lead.

• Strong market knowledge, particularly market rental.
• Negotiation skills.
• Understanding of store development lifecycle.
• Sales background is acceptable, but BD experience preferred.

Benefits

We put a lot of thought into our programs to provide you with a benefits package that matters. Whether it is for medical care, taking time off, improving your health or planning for retirement, we've got you covered.

Here's a small snapshot:

• Complimentary preventive health check-up for you & your spouse
• OPD coverage
• Best in class leave plan including paternity & family care leaves
• Counselling sessions to prioritize mental well-being
• Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi’s products

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals with us, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, or genetic information. We actively seek and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities, and offer accommodations throughout the selection process upon request.

To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. 

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