Business Development Lead

Responsibilities

• Drive real estate strategy across the North Region, including new store openings, relocations, upsizing, and renovations.
• Identify relevant properties through market research, site selection, and feasibility studies.
• Lead lease and rental negotiations with property owners and developers.
• Manage regulatory approvals, legal documentation, and contractual transitions for all property transactions.
• Build and maintain a strong network of local brokers, landlords, and market sources.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as ROI and rent-to-revenue ratios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, design, and legal to ensure timely store rollouts.
• Monitor competitor activity and market saturation to inform expansion strategies.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree.
• 10+ years of professional experience.
• Proven experience in Business Development or Sales.
• Extensive experience working within Northern India.
• Strong portfolio management skills with experience handling large geographies and multi-project loads.
• Deep understanding of market rental rates and the store development lifecycle.
• Exceptional negotiation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the apparel industry.
• Experience in other major retail sectors (e.g., Decathlon, Jockey).

Benefits

• Complimentary preventive health check-ups for you and your spouse.
• OPD coverage.
• Best-in-class leave plan, including paternity and family care leaves.
• Counseling sessions to prioritize mental well-being.
• Exclusive discount vouchers on Levi’s products.

About the Company

Levi Strauss & Co. is a company of originals. We believe in forging our own path and leaving the world better than we found it. We are committed to empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their professional goals and foster a diverse, inclusive culture.