Overseas Development Director - Malaysia Market Lead

TTUKoffer; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

6335W88R | Overseas Development Director / Manager (Malaysia) is seeking an experienced leader to guide market development and store expansion in Malaysia. You will drive strategic partnerships, network planning, and development systems for F&B or retail chains.

The role requires steering a professional development team, planning network layouts in major Malaysian cities, and managing development assets and documentation to support overseas growth.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of site development and location selection experience, with 3+ years in a leadership role
• Proven experience managing teams of 10+ members
• Experience in F&B or retail chain development (franchise or direct-operated)
• Strong background in network planning and strategic partnerships
• Experience with large-scale or international brands (1,000+ stores preferred)
• Strong conflict resolution, communication, and business acumen
• Results-driven, resilient, and adaptable to overseas environments

Responsibilities

• Identify and integrate strategic business and real estate resources aligned with overseas development strategy
• Build, lead, and develop a professional site development team
• Plan and execute store network layout in core Malaysian cities
• Establish development documentation and manage development-related assets
• Analyze commercial real estate and F&B/retail market trends in Malaysia
• Support development decisions through market, policy, and trade area analysis
• Continuously optimize development systems and business models
• Build long-term strategic alliances with key landlords and partners

Skills

Site development

Leadership

Network planning

Strategic partnerships

F&B/Retail development

Conflict resolution

Communication

Business acumen

Job description

6335W88R | Overseas Development Director / Manager (Malaysia) is seeking an experienced leader to guide market development and store expansion in Malaysia. You will drive strategic partnerships, network planning, and development systems for F&B or retail chains.

The role requires steering a professional development team, planning network layouts in major Malaysian cities, and managing development assets and documentation to support overseas growth.