Job Description

We’re looking for a Retail Business Development Manager who can open doors and build partnerships with malls, lifestyle stores, gyms, and cafés.

You’ll lead the effort to bring Corkcicle into physical retail spaces — from pop-up kiosks to long-term counters — and help us expand our market presence nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and approach potential retail partners, malls, and lifestyle outlets (e.g. sports shops, cafés, gyms, corporate gift partners).
• Build and maintain relationships with mall leasing teams, buyers, and retail decision-makers.
• Pitch Corkcicle’s brand concept and negotiate terms for retail space or partnership placement.
• Plan and execute in-mall activations, kiosks, or pop-up events with the marketing team.
• Prepare and present brand proposals, sales decks, and ROI justifications to partners.
• Track all leads, proposals, and deal progress using a simple CRM or reporting format.
• Provide regular reports on sales performance and partnership results to management.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in retail business development, mall leasing, or brand partnership (FMCG, lifestyle, or fashion industry preferred).
• Strong network or prior relationships with mall management or retail operators is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Confident, proactive, and results-driven personality.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia (Mandarin is an added advantage).
• Able to travel and meet partners as required.

Skills