Business Development Manager - Retail Leasing

MVC Resources; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing lifestyle retail brand making its Southeast Asia debut. This remote role seeks an experienced Business Development Manager to lead store expansion across Malaysia, negotiate leases, and build strong landlord relationships. Be part of shaping a successful lifestyle label's retail footprint.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in retail expansion, leasing, or business development.
• Strong relationships with landlords, mall owners, or REITs in Malaysia.
• Self-driven and well-organised, comfortable working remotely.

Responsibilities

• Lead store expansion strategy across Malaysia.
• Identify, evaluate, and secure high-potential retail locations.
• Negotiate leases including commercial terms and legal aspects.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Strategic Thinking

Presentation

Job description

Business Development Manager - Retail Leasing

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | Posted on 07/03/2025

• Country Malaysia

Job Description

Job Summary

Join a fast-growing lifestyle retail brand making its Southeast Asia debut after dominating its home market. With an emphasis on beautifully curated, design-forward retail experiences, the team is now building a flagship presence in Malaysia — and we’re looking for a hands-on leader to make it happen.

This is a remote role based in Malaysia, ideal for independent operators who can lead expansion while staying mobile and connected.

Key Responsibilities

Lead store expansion strategy across Malaysia, from planning to execution

Identify, evaluate, and secure high-potential retail locations in key malls and commercial hubs

Build and maintain strong landlord relationships — especially with major shopping centres

Negotiate leases including commercial terms, legal aspects, and tenancy conditions

Track market trends, competitor movement, and trade terms across malls and retail zones

Prepare internal proposals for HQ approval, including site studies and business cases

Collaborate cross-functionally with legal, design, and ops teams to ensure smooth launches

Requirements

What You Bring

5+ years in retail expansion, leasing, or business development

Strong relationships with landlords, mall owners, or REITs in Malaysia

Excellent negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management skills

Strategic mindset with strong execution muscle

Self-driven, well-organised, and comfortable working remotely

Why Join Us

Be part of a global brand’s Southeast Asia launch story. This is your chance to shape the retail footprint of a highly successful lifestyle label — with the flexibility of a remote setup, direct impact on flagship rollouts, and the backing of a high-growth international HQ.