Assistant Manager - Outlet Expansion (Planning & Analysis)

FamilyMart; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail chain in Malaysia is looking for an Assistant Manager - Outlet Expansion. The role involves conducting market research to identify potential locations and managing the store expansion roadmap. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in project management tools. Familiarity with GIS tools and local zoning laws will be advantageous. This position offers opportunities for strategic leadership and retail expansion oversight.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in retail expansion, real estate planning, or store development.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Experience in multi-site retail or F&B expansion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify high-potential areas for new store locations.
• Develop and maintain a multi-year store expansion roadmap aligned with business goals.
• Maintain accurate records of expansion activities, timelines, and budgets.

Skills

Analytical and strategic thinking

Communication and stakeholder management

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field

Tools

GIS tools

Excel

Power BI

Project management software

Job description

Assistant Manager - Outlet Expansion (Strategic Planning)

Conduct market research to identify high-potential areas for new store locations.

Analyze demographic, competitor, and consumer data to support site selection decisions.

Evaluate potential sites based on foot traffic, accessibility, visibility, and commercial viability.

Expansion Planning

Develop and maintain a multi-year store expansion roadmap aligned with business goals.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, logistic) to assess feasibility and ROI of new locations.

Evaluate the site proposals from the team members and prepare business cases and presentations for senior management approval.

Reporting & Documentation

Maintain accurate records of expansion activities, timelines, and budgets.

Provide regular updates and reports to leadership on expansion progress and challenges.

Monitor post-opening performance and contribute to continuous improvement of expansion strategy.

Other Duties

Perform any ad hoc tasks or special projects as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related field.

3+ years of experience in retail expansion, real estate planning, or store development.

Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Proficiency in GIS tools, Excel, and project management software is a plus.

Ability to travel as required.

Experience in multi-site retail or F&B expansion.

Familiarity with local zoning laws and permitting processes.

Detail-oriented with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.

Well-versed in Power BI or other data visualization tools is an added advantage