Area Manager/Outlet Manager (Hypermarket)

Lead the transformation of retail outlets into premium hypermarket formats
Oversee end-to-end upgrade initiatives including store layout, renovation, merchandising, and systems enhancement
Curate and manage high-end product assortment aligned with premium supermarket standards
Drive improvements in store presentation, customer journey, and overall retail experience
Develop and standardise operational processes across outlets to meet premium benchmarks
Work closely with internal teams (operations, merchandising, marketing) to ensure seamless execution
Monitor store performance, identify gaps, and implement continuous improvement strategies
Build and strengthen the brand positioning from mass market to premium retail segment

Minimum 5 years of experience in retail operations, preferably from premium hypermarket / supermarket environments
Strong experience in store setup, renovation, layout planning, and merchandising strategy
Exposure to upgrading or repositioning retail formats (mass to premium) is highly preferred
Strong leadership and people management skills
Commercially driven with good business acumen
Hands-on, proactive, and able to manage multiple outlets/projects simultaneously

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