Area Project Manager

About the Company

Aditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL), part of the Aditya Birla Group, stands as a premier branded apparel company hosting a rich portfolio of iconic lifestyle brands. As of March 31, 2025, ABLBL operates across an expansive retail network spanning 4.6 million sq. ft., including 3,253 exclusive brand outlets, presence in over 38,000 multi-brand outlets and more than 7,000 shop-in-shops within department stores nationwide. Its brand lineup features India’s trusted icons such as Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Peter England, each with a heritage exceeding 25 years. These labels have consistently experienced growth driven by innovation in design, category expansion, and exceptional operational practices across formal, casual, and occasion wear segments.

The company has fortified its presence in the innerwear and athleisure segments through Van Heusen Innerwear, rapidly scaling distribution across India. Strategic partnerships with global brands Simon Carter, American Eagle, and Reebok enhance the portfolio. American Eagle is among India’s preferred premium denim brands; Reebok, managed since 2022, has broadened its channel footprint; Simon Carter strengthens its premium menswear focus with unique designs and curated collections.

Primary Responsibilities

• Leading store openings and renovations from WCD to HOTVM for Company-Owned and Company-Operated (COCO) and Franchise Operated (COFO) outlets exclusively using registered vendors.
• Creating work schedules, conducting regular site inspections, and ensuring continuous coordination with stakeholders such as Visual Merchandising, Design teams, landlords, franchisees, RBD team, various vendors, and operations teams.
• Organizing project steering meetings, preparing and disseminating project status reports, and managing comprehensive documentation including site visit reports, checklists, and handover records.
• Inviting vendor quotations, evaluating estimates, and forwarding approved budgets to the commercial team for Purchase Order creation. Adhering strictly to a timeline with a target project completion of 39 days.
• Developing and onboarding two new vendors within the area as per forecast plans and immediate project requirements.
• Ensuring uniformity and high standards in quality of work across all stores.
• Managing timely and effective repair and maintenance activities to keep operational continuity.
• Scheduling timely completion for each project and guaranteeing resolution of all snag list issues within stipulated deadlines.