Paragon Footwear
Website:
paragonfootwear.com
Job details:
Job Title: – Business Development- Assistant Manager
Reports to: BD -Manager
Location: [Hyderabad]
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Manager to join with our Retail Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and securing retail locations for our EBO Stores across Andra Pradesh and Telangana, acquiring and on-boarding franchisees, delivering timely support for the smooth & efficient store opening.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the retail industry, excellent property scouting skills, relationship with Landlords, Acquiring New Franchisee Investors, Maintaining relationship with Potential Franchisees, Negotiation skills, Store P&L Management, Strong Business acumen and the ability to work independently.
Key Responsibilities:
A) Property Sourcing and finalization
- Conduct thorough market research to identify potential retail locations for Own and franchisee stores, including:
- Analysing demographic data, foot traffic, and competition
- Reviewing local zoning laws and regulations
- Evaluating site characteristics, such as visibility, accessibility, and parking
- Utilize online databases, mapping tools, and other resources to identify available properties, including:
- LoopNet
- Google Maps
- Local real estate listings
- Network with commercial real estate brokers, property owners, and other industry professionals to gather market intelligence and identify off-market opportunities
- Understanding Lease Agreements, Legal Terminologies, Retail Specific Property Lease Terms and Documentation
- Develop and maintain a database of potential locations, including property details, ownership information, and contact details
- Collaborate with franchisees to understand their specific location requirements and preferences
- Provide recommendations on potential locations to franchisees and internal stakeholders
- Negotiate lease/purchase agreements on behalf of franchisees ..
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends, market conditions, and competitor activity
B) Onboarding Franchise, setting up business, analysing business growth, delivering support.
1. Franchisee Recruitment and Selection:
- Recruit and select qualified franchisees
- Conduct franchisee interviews and onboarding relevant franchisee mutually agreed upon relevant terms and conditions.
2. Franchise Business Planning and Development:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with franchisees
- Periodic Franchise Performance monitoring and evaluation with operations team
- Supporting Franchisee in Store P&L
- Identify areas for improvement and provide timely support
3. Franchise Sales and Growth:
- Helps to achieve franchise to grow the franchise network
- Identify and pursue new franchise opportunities
4. Franchise Training and Development Programs:
- Coordinate staff training programs for franchisees
- Ensure compliance with brand standards and policies
5. Franchise Marketing and Promotions:
- Coordinate and implement franchise marketing and promotion strategies
- Support franchisees with local marketing initiatives
6. Franchise Operations and Compliance:
- Ensure franchisees comply with brand standards and policies
- Conduct regular franchise meetings, along with Operations Team
7. Franchise Financial Management and Analysis:
- Analyse franchise financial performance and provide guidance
- Support franchisees with financial planning and management
8. Franchise Network Development and Expansion:
- Identify opportunities for franchise network expansion
- Develop strategies for new market entry and growth
Requirements:
- 7+ years of experience in commercial real estate, retail leasing, or a related field
- Strong research and analytical skills, with attention to detail
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively
- Strong knowledge of the retail industry and local market trends
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and online research tools
- PGDM / Bachelor's degree preferred
- Experience with GIS mapping tools and spatial analysis
- Knowledge of local zoning laws and regulations
- Familiarity with franchise operations and development processes
We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work with a growing and successful franchise brand
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
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