Arvind Kumar

Dynamic and results-driven Commercial Real Estate & Retail Leasing Professional with 7+ years of entrepreneurial and corporate experience in retail leasing, commercial site acquisition, brand expansion, vendor management, and strategic business development. Experienced in identifying and sourcing commercial properties for brands, evaluating locations, negotiating lease/commercial terms, coordinating with property owners and corporate stakeholders, and driving transactions from initial requirement to closure. Strong exposure to retail outlets, hospitality, EV infrastructure, and commercial properties, with the ability to identify high-potential locations based on accessibility, visibility, catchment, footfall, and commercial viability.

Known for strong negotiation, relationship management, market intelligence, site sourcing, and deal coordination skills, with a focus on creating mutually beneficial partnerships between property owners and businesses.

Independent Business Consultant / Entrepreneur – Commercial Leasing at Self-Employed (2019-01 – Present)

Managed end-to-end commercial and retail leasing assignments, connecting property owners with businesses and corporate clients.

• Identified and sourced high-potential retail, commercial, hospitality, and EV locations based on business expansion requirements.
• Conducted preliminary site evaluation, location analysis, accessibility, visibility, catchment, and commercial viability assessments.
• Built and maintained relationships with property owners, landlords, developers, investors, and prospective corporate tenants.
• Negotiated rent, security deposit, lease tenure, escalation, lock-in period, and other commercial contract terms.
• Coordinated between property owners and prospective tenants throughout site visits, commercial negotiations, and legal documentation.
• Developed an extensive network of commercial properties suitable for retail outlets, hospitality businesses, and EV charging infrastructure.
• Monitored local real estate markets to identify newly available properties and emerging high-growth commercial corridors.
• Assisted clients in evaluating locations according to business objectives, target demographics, and strategic expansion plans.
• Supported transaction coordination through LOI/MOU/lease documentation and complete commercial closure.
• Developed strategic business relationships to generate repeat leasing and property sourcing opportunities.

Vendor Management Consultant / Specialist at Prosperous Instrumental Pvt. Ltd. | Bharat EcoTech

Corporate Engagements

• Managed vendor identification, acquisition, onboarding, and comprehensive relationship management.
• Negotiated commercial agreements, pricing structures, and service delivery terms with vendors.
• Conducted vendor performance monitoring and coordinated corrective actions where required.
• Streamlined communication channels between vendors, operations, logistics, and executive management teams.
• Resolved commercial and operational discrepancies to guarantee seamless continuity of business operations.
• Developed reliable supplier networks while prioritizing cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery.
• Supported management with vendor-related commercial analysis and actionable operational reporting.

Bachelor's Degree – Chaudhary Charan Singh University (CCS), Meerut (2000-01)

Diploma in Advanced Software Technology – CMC Ltd.