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LUXASIA

Luxury beauty brand-building and omnichannel solutions

Head of Retail

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/17/2026
No salary listed
Expert
Bachelor's, MBA
Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines
Hybrid
Real EstateReal Estate Sales

About the job

Requirements
  • A Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field is required; an MBA is a plus.
  • At least 10 years of experience in business development, retail operations, or commercial leasing, preferably in the luxury or beauty industry.
  • Strong negotiation skills and a track record of securing retail spaces and lease agreements.
  • Strategic ability to identify growth opportunities and optimize retail performance.
  • Stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
  • Analytical and financial acumen to assess business viability and profitability.
Responsibilities
  • Identify, evaluate, and secure prime retail spaces in malls and high-traffic locations.
  • Lead lease negotiations with landlords, mall operators, and retail partners to secure competitive rental terms and optimal space allocations.
  • Develop relationships with mall operators and retail partners to secure favorable lease agreements.
  • Monitor lease agreements, renewal deadlines, and contract terms to ensure seamless operations.
  • Develop and implement retail expansion strategies aligned with business goals.
  • Assess market trends, competitor activities, and consumer insights to identify new business opportunities.
  • Optimize store layouts, locations, and business models to maximize sales and profitability.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Retail Operations, and Finance teams to ensure successful retail execution.
  • Analyze financial performance of retail locations to ensure revenue targets and profit margins are met.
  • Monitor operational costs and rental expenditures to drive cost efficiencies.
  • Prepare business cases and feasibility studies for new store openings, relocations, or closures.
  • Serve as the key liaison between the company and mall or retail partners.
  • Collaborate with brand principals and internal teams to align retail strategies with brand objectives.
  • Represent the company in industry events, networking activities, and trade discussions to strengthen partnerships.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working with mall operators and retail landlords in the Philippines is highly preferred.

About the company

LUXASIA operates as an omnichannel beauty brand-builder in Asia Pacific. It helps luxury beauty brands enter markets and grow by delivering integrated services across luxury retail, online commerce, consumer marketing and analytics, and supply chain management. The company works with a broad portfolio of over 100 brands and has joint ventures with major players like LVMH, Revlon, Puig, Shiseido, and Orveon to extend its reach. Its platform combines on-the-ground retail presence with digital channels and data-driven marketing to manage every step of a brand’s growth in the region. LUXASIA differentiates itself through its scale (15 markets and 2700 employees), deep regional expertise, and a full-suite, end-to-end service offering under one roof. The company's goal is to help luxury brands successfully enter Asia Pacific and expand their market presence, while providing opportunities for its people to grow and contribute as part of a collaborative team.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$6.9M

Headquarters

Singapore, Singapore

Founded

1986

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2026 awards in Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia validate recent retail execution.
  • New boutiques and concepts in Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia show active door expansion.
  • India luxury beauty demand is forecast to double by 2028, supporting brand onboarding.

What critics are saying

  • Luxury beauty dependence leaves 90% of revenue exposed to brand-partner concentration.
  • Localization in India is running late, threatening Fenty and Laura Mercier execution.
  • Any major brand exit would damage LUXASIA's omnichannel model and partner credibility quickly.

What makes LUXASIA unique

  • LUXASIA spans 15 APAC markets, serving 100-plus luxury beauty brands.
  • It owns end-to-end capabilities: retail, ecommerce, consumer marketing, analytics, and supply chain.
  • Its India and Southeast Asia localization wins attract brands like Creed, Fenty, and Chantecaille.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Mental Health Support
  • Training Programs
  • Employee Discounts