[India] New Store Development Manager

Pizza 4P’s Corporation; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private healthcare insurance

Staff discounts (~50%) across Pizza 4P’s and group brands

Job summary

Pizza 4P’s Corporation is seeking a qualified NSD Manager in Bengaluru, India, to oversee the development of new restaurant projects. The role involves site evaluation, managing project timelines, and ensuring alignment with brand standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5-8 years of experience in new store development, especially in the F&B or hospitality industry. This position offers competitive compensation along with project-related benefits.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of experience in New Store Development, construction, or project management.
• Experience in F&B, retail, or hospitality preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, permits, and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full NSD lifecycle: site assessment, feasibility, design coordination, and opening.
• Conduct feasibility analysis covering layout, cost, local regulations, and operational fit.
• Ensure stores are delivered on schedule and within approved CAPEX.

Skills

Project & Stakeholder Management

Financial Acumen & Budget Control

Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail & Quality Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management

Tools

Project management tools

Excel

AutoCAD (basic)

Job description

ROLE PURPOSE

The NSD Manager is responsible for end‑to‑end development of new restaurant projects, from site evaluation through opening handover. This role ensures new stores are delivered on time, within budget, and in full alignment with Pizza 4P’s brand standards, operational requirements, and growth strategy.

Reporting to: Country Manager / Regional Head of Operations

Scope: New store projects and renovations within assigned markets.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

New Store Development & Project Management

• Lead the full NSD lifecycle: site assessment, feasibility, design coordination, construction, and opening.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, milestones, and financial business model.
• Ensure stores are delivered on schedule, within approved CAPEX and quality standards.

Site Evaluation & Feasibility

• Partner with leadership and real‑estate teams to evaluate potential locations.
• Conduct feasibility analysis covering layout, cost, local regulations, and operational fit.
• Provide clear recommendations to support investment decisions.

Design, Construction & Vendors

• Coordinate with architects, designers, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure store design reflects Pizza 4P’s brand, Omotenashi experience, and operational flow.
• Manage tendering, vendor selection, contracts, and cost control.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, HR, and IT teams.
• Ensure smooth handover from NSD to Operations before store opening.
• Support pre‑opening activities including equipment installation and readiness checks.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with local building codes, safety standards, and licensing requirements.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation plans.

Continuous Improvement

• Capture learnings from each project to improve future store rollouts.
• Propose standardization and efficiency improvements in NSD processes.

SUCCESS METRICS & KPIS

• New stores opened on time and within approved budget.
• Quality and brand consistency across all new locations.
• Smooth operational handover with minimal post‑opening issues.
• Positive feedback from Operations and Country leadership.
• Improved NSD cycle time and cost efficiency.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Project & Stakeholder Management
• Financial Acumen & Budget Control
• Problem‑Solving & Decision‑Making
• Attention to Detail & Quality Orientation
• Strong Communication & Negotiation Skills
• Cultural Fit with Omotenashi, Kaizen, Authenticity, Compassion

TOOLS, ENVIRONMENT & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Systems & Tools: Project management tools, Excel, PowerPoint, AutoCAD (basic), cost tracking systems
• Work Setting: Office‑based with frequent site visits
• Travel: Regular travel to project sites as required

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & BENEFITS

Experience & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management (preferably); other related fields are welcome to apply.

5–8+ years of experience in New Store Development, construction, or project management.

Experience in F&B, retail, or hospitality preferred.

Strong knowledge of construction processes, permits, and vendor management in India – Bangalore market.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive salary and project‑related allowances. Private healthcare insurance. Staff discounts (~50 %) across Pizza 4P’s, IPPUDO, About Life Coffee, and group brands.