Business Development Executive

Job description:

The Business Development Executive (BDE) is responsible for driving the expansion of Snooze Nook by securing new branch locations, identifying high-potential markets, and developing new business opportunities.

This role focuses on site acquisition, partnership building, and market intelligence, ensuring Snooze Nook grows strategically in high-traffic, high-revenue locations.

Responsibilities

• Actively scout and secure new branch locations for Snooze Nook
• Conduct site visits and evaluate foot traffic, visibility, and revenue potential as well as visibility from main walkways
• Coordinate with mall administrators and building managers for site requirements or guidelines
• Negotiate for lease terms or partnership agreements
• Prepare site proposals and recommendations for management approval

• Study market trends, customer behavior, and competitor presence
• Identify underserved areas, emerging locations, and expansion opportunities
• Analyze site performance data to refine expansion strategies
• Provide insights on rental rates, placement, and location optimization

• Build and maintain relationships with strategic partners
• Explore new business models, collaborations, and revenue streams
• Represent Snooze Nook in meetings, site discussions, and negotiations

• Prepare regular reports on site pipeline, negotiations, and closed deals
• Track approved, pending, and rejected locations
• Coordinate internally with Operations, Finance, and Marketing for rollout planning
• Support management with data-driven recommendations for expansion decisions

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Management or related fields
• At least 2 years experience in business development, site acquisition, leasing, or sales
• Experience dealing with landlords, malls, property managers, or commercial spaces
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel

• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Comfortable with field work, site visits, and stakeholder meetings
• Proficient in Google Workspace
• Ability to analyze market data and prepare site feasibility reports

• Strong commercial and market awareness
• Confident, persuasive, and relationship-driven
• Organized with strong follow-through and documentation skills
• Strategic yet practical decision-making ability
• Self-motivated and results-oriented

• Experience in retail or service-based expansion (multi-branch)
• Familiarity with leasing models
• Knowledge of high-traffic locations such as malls, transport hubs, offices, and commercial buildings

This position is commission-based