Role: Retail Store Fit Out Executive (QSR- NSO)
Location: Bangalore/ South India
Department: Real Estate / Business Development
Reports To: Head of Expansion / Director of Real Estate
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Fit Out Executive to lead our growth efforts by identifying, evaluating, and acquiring new locations in line with our expansion goals. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of
the retail property market, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across regions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct site inspections, feasibility studies, and financial analysis (ROI, NPV, etc.).
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, legal, design, and finance) to assess and approve sites.
- Oversee the due diligence process, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are met.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform expansion strategy.
- Represent the company at real estate expos, trade shows, and networking events.
- Manage the full life-cycle of retail store development projects from site handover to store launch.
- Coordinate internal teams (design, construction, procurement, IT, VM) and external contractors, architects, and consultants.
- Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, building regulations, and brand guidelines.
- Track and report on project progress, key milestones, and expenditure to senior management.
- Source and manage contractors and vendors, ensuring performance and quality.
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress and resolve issues proactively.
- Implement post-project evaluations and lessons learned to improve future rollouts.
- Identify and evaluate potential retail locations for expansion, based on market analysis, demographics, and sales forecasts.
- Develop and maintain a pipeline of viable property opportunities in targeted regions.
- Negotiate lease terms, renewals, and acquisitions with landlords, developers, and agents.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related discipline.
- 2+ years of experience managing retail fit-outs, store builds, or commercial real estate projects.
- Strong understanding of construction management, permitting, and retail design.
- Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to multitask and work under pressure with tight deadlines.
- Willingness to travel as needed to project sites.
- Proficiency in Kannada language
