Store Development Manager (Retail Chain)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Store Development Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of retail presence mainly across East Malaysia. This position offers you the chance to be at the forefront of store expansion and real estate strategy, ensuring that each new location is optimally positioned for success. You will be instrumental in driving growth by managing all aspects of property acquisition, tenancy negotiations, lease renewals, and store closures. The organisation is committed to providing flexible working opportunities and values your expertise in building strong relationships with landlords, agents, and internal teams. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact on the retail landscape and thrive in an environment where your interpersonal skills and collaborative approach are celebrated, this is the perfect role for you.

• Be part of a supportive team dedicated to expanding retail operations throughout East Malaysia, offering you the chance to make a significant contribution to business growth and community access to essential products.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities that allow you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments while being recognised for your dependability and commitment.
• Work within an inclusive environment that values your ability to build connections, nurture relationships, and collaborate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners.

What you'll do:

As a Store Development Manager based in Selangor with a focus on East Malaysia expansion, you will play a central role in driving the organisation’s growth strategy through expert management of all real estate matters. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with various stakeholders to identify promising new sites for retail outlets, conducting detailed market assessments, negotiating lease agreements that benefit both parties, and overseeing the renewal or closure of existing stores as required. Success in this role will require you to maintain meticulous records of all property-related transactions while keeping abreast of market developments that could influence expansion plans. By working closely with colleagues from different departments as well as external partners such as landlords and agents, you will ensure that every aspect of store development is handled efficiently and collaboratively. Your efforts will directly contribute to enhancing the organisation’s footprint in key markets while supporting its mission to provide accessible retail solutions across diverse communities.

• Oversee the end-to-end process of identifying, evaluating, and securing new store locations across East Malaysia, ensuring alignment with strategic business objectives.
• Conduct thorough market research and site analysis to determine optimal locations for new stores, taking into account demographic trends, competitor activity, and accessibility.
• Lead tenancy negotiations with landlords and property agents to secure favourable lease terms that support long-term business sustainability.
• Manage lease renewals for existing stores by maintaining positive relationships with property owners and ensuring timely execution of agreements.
• Coordinate store closure processes when necessary, including negotiation of exit terms and minimising operational disruption.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as operations, finance, legal, and construction to ensure seamless store openings and transitions.
• Maintain accurate records of all real estate transactions, leases, renewals, and closures to support effective portfolio management.
• Monitor property market trends in East Malaysia to identify emerging opportunities or risks that may impact store development plans.
• Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior management regarding progress on expansion initiatives and potential challenges.
• Champion best practices in real estate management by fostering open communication channels between internal teams and external partners.

What you bring:

To excel as a Store Development Manager focusing on East Malaysia expansion, you will bring substantial experience from previous roles involving multi-site retail property management or similar environments. Your background should include hands-on involvement in negotiating leases—both new agreements and renewals—as well as managing the complexities associated with closing underperforming sites. You will have developed strong analytical capabilities through conducting market research or site selection exercises that inform strategic decisions. Your interpersonal strengths will shine through your ability to foster trust-based relationships with both internal colleagues from diverse functions (such as operations or finance) and external contacts like landlords or government officials. Organisational excellence is essential; you must be adept at maintaining detailed records while juggling competing demands on your time. Familiarity with Malaysian property law ensures compliance at every stage of the process. Above all else, your collaborative spirit—combined with clear communication—will enable you to navigate challenges smoothly while contributing positively towards shared goals.

• Demonstrated experience in retail property management or store development within a multi-site environment is highly desirable for this position.
• Proven track record in successfully negotiating commercial leases, renewals, and terminations with landlords or property agents.
• Strong analytical skills enabling you to conduct comprehensive market research and site evaluations for potential store locations.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities allowing you to build rapport with internal teams as well as external stakeholders such as landlords and local authorities.
• Exceptional organisational skills ensuring accurate documentation of real estate transactions and effective portfolio oversight.
• Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams while balancing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Sound understanding of property laws, leasing regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to retail operations in Malaysia.
• Effective communication skills enabling clear presentation of recommendations to senior management or other decision-makers.
• A proactive approach towards identifying opportunities for improvement within existing processes related to store expansion or closure.
• Willingness to travel regularly within East Malaysia as part of your commitment to overseeing site visits or negotiations.

What sets this company apart:

The organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to expanding access to quality retail experiences across Malaysia’s diverse regions. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and mutual respect among employees at all levels, it fosters an environment where everyone’s contributions are valued equally. Flexible working arrangements are offered wherever possible so that team members can achieve a healthy work-life balance without compromising their professional ambitions. The company invests heavily in training opportunities designed not only to enhance technical knowledge but also nurture interpersonal skills vital for long-term career progression. Employees benefit from generous pension contributions alongside other support mechanisms aimed at promoting wellbeing both inside and outside the workplace. By prioritising inclusivity—welcoming individuals from under-represented backgrounds—and encouraging open dialogue between departments or locations nationwide, this employer creates a sense of belonging that extends far beyond day-to-day tasks. As part of this forward-thinking team dedicated to responsible growth throughout East Malaysia (and beyond), you’ll find ample scope for personal development while making meaningful contributions toward broader organisational objectives.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey by helping shape the future of retail expansion across East Malaysia, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your expertise could be exactly what this growing team needs!