Retail Store manager (Large Apparel retail)

Store Manager – Key Responsibilities

1. Stores & Inventory Management
2. Material Receipt & Inspection Coordination
3. Raw Material Storage & Preservation
4. Turbine Components & Parts Management
5. Material Identification & Traceability
6. Inventory Control & Stock Accuracy
7. Material Issue to Production
8. Production Material Planning & Coordination
9. Spare Parts & Consumables Management
10. Minimum & Maximum Stock Level Monitoring
11. Purchase & Procurement Coordination
12. Vendor Material Receipt Coordination
13. GRN & Documentation Management
14. ERP / Inventory System Management
15. Stock Verification & Cycle Counting
16. Periodic Physical Stock Audit
17. Slow-Moving & Non-Moving Inventory Control
18. Material Shortage & Excess Stock Management
19. Quality & Inspection Coordination
20. Safety & 5S in Stores
21. Warehouse Space & Layout Management
22. Dispatch & Packing Coordination
23. Turbine Project Material Tracking
24. Project-Wise Material Allocation
25. Inventory Reports & MIS
26. Team Supervision & Workforce Management
27. Interdepartmental Coordination
28. Cost Control & Inventory Optimization
29. Statutory & Company Compliance
30. Continuous Improvement in Stores Operations

Job Description – Manager, Business Development - (Apparel industry)

Department: Business Development

Location: Gurgaon

Experience: 3–4 Years

Qualification: Graduate in any discipline

Working Days: 5 Days a Week

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and result-oriented Manager – Business Development to drive retail expansion by identifying suitable store locations, negotiating lease and rental agreements, and managing the end-to-end execution of new store openings. The ideal candidate should possess strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills, and experience in retail expansion, leasing, or business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and finalize new store locations in line with the company's expansion strategy.
• Manage the end-to-end process of new store openings, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Lead rental and lease negotiations for new and existing stores to secure favorable commercial terms.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property owners, brokers, and real estate consultants.
• Evaluate location feasibility, rental costs, and commercial viability to ensure cost optimization.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential retail locations to support future expansion plans.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify high-potential locations.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to ensure timely execution of store openings.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Graduate in any discipline.
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in business development, retail expansion, real estate, or leasing.
• Strong negotiation skills and commercial acumen.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Good understanding of lease agreements, rental negotiations, and location feasibility.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Prior experience in retail store expansion, site selection, and commercial leasing.
• Experience managing landlords, brokers, and property consultants.
• Exposure to end-to-end retail store opening processes.

Daily / Shift Duties

üConduct pre-opening inspection of the outlet, including cleanliness, equipment readiness, stock position, staffing, ambience, and checklist completion.

üLead daily team briefing covering targets, guest focus points, menu availability, priorities, and service reminders.

üRemain visible during service periods to monitor guests, coach staff, remove bottlenecks, and intervene before issues escalate.

üCheck in with guests actively, especially during busy periods or after recovery situations.

üReview billing trends, sales opportunities, stock concerns, wastage, and service bottlenecks through the day.

üEnsure opening, mid-shift, and closing reports are completed accurately and on time.

üHandle escalations relating to product quality, delay, staff conduct, refunds, and exceptional guest requests.

üReview team performance daily and provide immediate coaching or recognition as required.

üVerify closing discipline including cash, inventory concerns, unresolved complaints, hygiene closure, and next-day readiness.

Knowledge, Skills & Behavior Standards

üStrong outlet leadership, team supervision, and floor presence.

üHands-on understanding of restaurant/cafe operations across service, kitchen coordination, cash, stock, hygiene, and guest handling.

üExcellent guest relations and complaint-handling capability with mature judgement.

üCommercial awareness of sales drivers, labor productivity, wastage control, and customer retention.

üAbility to train, coach, correct, and motivate teams consistently.

üGood reporting discipline, accountability, and attention to detail.

üDecisive, calm, solution-oriented, and willing to do what managers sometimes forget: manage.

Performance Measures

üGuest satisfaction scores, repeat guest feedback, and complaint resolution quality.

üSales achievement, average bill value, upselling conversion, and productivity targets.

üSOP compliance, checklist completion, audit readiness, and hygiene scores.

üTeam punctuality, grooming, training completion, and attrition control.

üWastage control, stock discipline, and operational error reduction.

üOverall outlet readiness, smooth service flow, and management confidence in the unit.

Minimum Preferred Profile

ü3–7 years of relevant hospitality, restaurant, QSR, or cafe operations experience, with at least some team leadership exposure.

üStrong service mindset with practical experience in outlet opening/closing, guest handling, and people management.

üComfort with POS reports, shift planning, and basic commercial tracking.

üDiploma/degree in hospitality preferred but not mandatory for a proven operator.

Minimum 5 years of experience in store/inventory management within a manufacturing or engineering setup.

Position Overview:

We are looking for an experienced Store Incharge to manage and oversee the entire store

operations, ensuring efficient inventory management, material handling, and coordination with

purchase and production teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and maintain records of incoming and outgoing materials.

• Ensure proper storage, identification, and issuance of materials.

• Conduct periodic stock audits and reconcile discrepancies.

• Coordinate with purchase, production, and accounts teams for smooth material flow.

• Maintain inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials.

• Ensure compliance with company policies on material handling and safety standards.

• Manage store staff and monitor daily operations for accuracy and efficiency.

• Prepare regular reports on inventory and material usage.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduate / Diploma in any discipline (preferred in Supply Chain or Material Management).

• Strong knowledge of ERP systems and MS Excel.

• Good communication, planning, and team management skills.

• Attention to detail and high sense of responsibility.