Role Overview The Senior Manager Administration will be responsible for streamlining administrative functions across retail store chains, with a strong focus on vendor management, contract negotiations, logistics support, and infrastructure maintenance. This role plays a key part in ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and timely execution of expansion needs. Key Responsibilities Vendor Management & Negotiations - Identify, onboard, and manage vendors for facility services, logistics, and maintenance. - Negotiate contracts, service agreements, and pricing to drive cost savings while maintaining quality. - Establish performance metrics for vendors and ensure accountability through regular reviews. - Build long-term strategic vendor partnerships to support business scalability and expansion. Operations Management - Oversee day-to-day administration of multiple retail outlets, ensuring efficiency in utilities, facilities, and store support services. Logistics & Supply Coordination - Work closely with logistics partners to streamline distribution of goods and services across all store locations. - Implement efficient processes to reduce delays, optimize costs, and improve store readiness. Store Maintenance & Upkeep - Lead preventive and corrective maintenance programs to ensure store infrastructure, equipment, and facilities are always operational. Expansion Support - Partner with project and business development teams for new store openings, ensuring timely vendor coordination and fit-out readiness. Process Improvement - Design and implement SOPs for vendor engagement, facility management, and administration to drive standardization and efficiency. Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure all administrative operations comply with statutory requirements, safety norms, and environmental standards. Team Leadership - Lead and mentor the administration team to build strong vendor negotiation capabilities and a culture of accountability. Qualifications - Bachelors/Masters degree in Business Administration, Operations, or related field. - 8-12 years of experience in administration/operations; retail industry background preferred. - Proven expertise in vendor management, contract negotiations, and cost optimization. - Strong relationship management and influencing skills to drive favorable outcomes with external partners. - Experience in logistics, facility management, and multi-location administration. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict-resolution skills. - Leadership experience in managing cross-functional teams.

Thane

Mumbai

Senior Manager - Administration - Retail & Logistics 

Job Description for Senior Manager - Administration - Retail & Logistics  in Newleap Nestor LLP in  Thane Mumbai for (8-12) years of experience. Apply Now!