Franchise Manager

Location: Gurgaon

Experience: 2–5 years

Working Days: 5 days/week

Key Responsibilities

• Store expansion – identify and finalize new retail locations aligned with growth strategy.
• New store openings – manage end‑to‑end execution.
• Rental negotiations – lead discussions for new and existing outlets.
• Landlord & broker relations – build and maintain strong partnerships.
• Commercial viability – ensure cost optimization in all deals.
• Pipeline management – maintain future expansion opportunities.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum graduate with strong negotiation and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical thinking and decision‑making ability.
• Retail industry experience is mandatory – candidates with hands‑on exposure to FOFO and FOCO models in franchise business development and retail expansion will be preferred.

Job Purpose

To drive retail expansion by identifying suitable store locations, managing new store openings, negotiating commercial terms, and building strong relationships with landlords and brokers.

Key Responsibilities

Identify and finalize new store locations as per the expansion strategy.

Manage end-to-end execution of new store openings.

Lead rental and lease negotiations for new and existing stores.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property owners, and brokers.

Evaluate commercial viability and negotiate cost-effective deals.

Maintain a pipeline of potential locations for future expansion.

Conduct market and location analysis to support expansion decisions.

Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders for smooth store launch.

Required Skills

Strong negotiation and commercial acumen.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Good knowledge of retail expansion and location acquisition.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Strong relationship-building skills.

Qualification & Experience

Graduate in any discipline.

3–4 years of experience in Business Development, Retail Expansion, Site Acquisition, Location Acquisition, Leasing, or Store Development.

Prior experience in the retail industry preferred.

We are currently looking to hire a  Sales Manager –(FMCG Division) to join our team.

Position:  Sales Manager (FMCG Division)

Location: Pune 

Experience Required: : 5–12 years of FMCG (Food) sales experience — experience in Modern Trade / E commerce / Quick Commerce / HoReCa is essential.

Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA / Master’s in Marketing preferred.

Job Description :

We’re seeking a driven and detail-oriented Sales Manager to lead FMCG expansion across Modern Trade, Quick Commerce, HoReCa, and E-commerce (Amazon) channels.

The ideal candidate will combine strong sales acumen with operational discipline, brand understanding, and team leadership to drive growth and profitability across verticals.

Key Responsibilities :

Sales & Business Development

 Develop and execute sales strategies across Modern Trade, Quick Commerce, HoReCa, and E-commerce (Amazon) channels.

 Drive Quick Commerce tie-ups (Blinkit, Zepto, Swiggy Instamart, etc.)

ensuring consistent fill rates, visibility, and on-time delivery.

 Expand and manage Modern Trade business — new tie-ups, branding opportunities, and store-level execution.

 Acquire and manage HoReCa accounts, ensuring strong partnerships and growth.

 Explore and onboard new retail store tie-ups and distributors to strengthen reach and

market penetration.

 Maintain vertical-wise P&L accountability, ensuring profitability across all sales channels.

 Ensure payment cycles are monitored and reconciled as per company policy. E-Commerce & Brand Coordination

 Oversee Amazon listings and catalog management, ensuring all products are correctly priced, described, and optimized.

 Maintain online hygiene — ensuring accurate inventory, images, descriptions, ratings, and timely response to customer queries.

 Coordinate with the marketing team for updated creatives, offers, product launches, and campaign rollouts across digital platforms.

 Identify and execute branding opportunities within partner stores and online marketplaces.

Team & Operations :

 Conduct regular store and market visits to ensure proper visibility, placement, and compliance.

 Train, mentor, and develop the sales and promoter team to enhance performance and product knowledge.

 Maintain strong vendor relationships and follow-up for timely supply and collections.

 Collaborate closely with operations for smooth delivery logistics and minimal wastage (RTC losses).

 Provide market insights, competitor analysis, and category feedback to guide business strategy.

Qualifications & Requirements

 Bachelor’s Degree required; MBA / Master’s in Marketing preferred.

 5– 12 years of FMCG (Food) sales experience — experience in Modern Trade / E-commerce / Quick Commerce / HoReCa is essential.

 Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

 Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

 Hands-on experience in Amazon / online retail operations preferred.

 Analytical mindset with sound knowledge of market trends, pricing, and brand visibility strategies.