Assistant Manager - Business Development (SITE ACQUISITION) | Pasay City

Alfamart Trading Philippines, Inc.; Pasay; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfamart Trading Philippines, Inc. is seeking a Business Development Assistant Manager - Site Acquisition to identify and secure new store locations in the Metro Manila area.

You will manage the end-to-end site selection, feasibility, lease negotiations, and store opening coordination to strengthen the Alfamart brand and profitability. The role requires leading site surveyors, coordinating with landowners, and ensuring compliant, efficient expansion projects from site selection through opening.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Management, or a related field.
• 2–4 years in site acquisition, business expansion, property management, or related field is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of real estate laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new store locations to support growth strategy.
• Manage end-to-end site acquisition process including feasibility studies and lease negotiations.
• Lead site surveyors and coordinate with land owners.
• Oversee expansion projects from site selection to store opening with internal/external teams.
• Coordinate with construction for store completion.
• Maintain lease records and assist in lease negotiations and document prep.
• Foster relationships with lessors and real estate developers.
• Negotiate rent concessions and contract amendments to optimize costs.

Skills

Site acquisition

Negotiation

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Real Estate

Job description

ABOUT US:

Being part of a dynamic organization is one of the keys to career success. Alfamart is the first and only Super Minimart in the Philippines, designed to serve the needs of local Filipino neighborhoods and communities. Join the fastest-growing chain as we expand across the Philippines!

Job Summary:

The Business Development Assistant Manager - Site Acquisition will be responsible for identifying and developing new store locations to support the company's growth strategy. They manage the end- to-end process of site selection, feasibility studies, lease negotiations, and store opening coordination. Through strategic planning and market analysis, they ensure that each location strengthens the brand's presence and maximizes the profitability.

Job Role and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for site acquisition and store expansion
• Manage and lead site surveyors
• Meeting and negotiating with land owners
• Oversee end to end retail expansion projects from site selection to store opening including internal and external coordination.
• Coordinate with construction team for store completion.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date lease records, including lease agreements, amendments, and renewals.
• Assist in lease negotiations and lease document preparation.
• Foster strong relationship with lessors and real estate developers.
• Manages rent concessions and move out by negotiating discounted rates and facilitating contract amendments to optimize costs and minimize liabilities
• Conducts due diligence on property documents. Checks zoning laws, land restriction and compliance of sites for acquisition

Job Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate Management, or a related field
• 2 - 4 experience in site acquisition, business expansion, property management or a related field is a plus
• Strong knowledge of real estate laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.