Nikhil Khanolkar

Business Development Executive

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India19 yrs 3 mos experience
Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

  • Expert in warehousing acquisition and site development.
  • Proven track record in high-stakes negotiations.
  • Strong leadership in building high-performing teams.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Real Estate and Logistics expert with a focus on strategic growth and operational excellence.

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Skills

Core Skills

Property AcquisitionWarehouse AcquisitionReal Estate AcquisitionNegotiationBusiness DevelopmentMarket Research

Other Skills

Analytic skillsBusiness Relationship ManagementInterpersonal skillsManagementMarketing StrategyP&L managementReal EstateReal estate agreementsRenewal agreementsRetailTeamTeamwork

About

A visionary leader in the real estate and logistics domain, I bring close to two decades of profound expertise in warehousing acquisition and site development. My focus has been on driving growth in logistics and e-commerce, with a proven ability to craft and execute strategies that align with market trends and customer needs, resulting in scalable expansion across diverse geographies. Strategic foresight and high-stakes negotiation are at the heart of my approach, particularly in the realm of industrial warehousing. Whether spearheading site identification or navigating complex legal agreements, I bring a meticulous and results-oriented mindset to every phase of the acquisition lifecycle. My comprehensive understanding of financial stewardship—cost-benefit analysis, ROI assessments, and P&L management—ensures that each deal is not only sound in its commercial terms but also structured for long-term viability and profitability. Having led teams and projects that range from bespoke warehouse developments to leasing large-scale industrial properties, I thrive in environments where strategic collaboration is key. I’ve built and sustained partnerships with leading developers, warehousing partners, and institutional players to create robust, future-focused real estate pipelines. Beyond my technical expertise, I am a charismatic leader with a passion for nurturing talent and building high-performing teams. Whether reporting to top leadership or working alongside cross-functional teams, I ensure that every acquisition serves as a catalyst for growth, underpinned by financial rigor and operational excellence. Throughout my career, I have successfully closed high-impact commercial transactions, driving the development of sustainable, state-of-the-art warehousing solutions. I have successfully expanded warehousing capacities, optimized rental agreements, and streamlined operations through strategic partnerships. My expertise extends to collaborating with cross-functional teams on large-scale fulfillment and sortation centers, as well as launching retail outlets across multiple formats. My journey has been one of constant learning, adaptation, and leadership. As I continue to shape the future of logistics and warehousing, I remain committed to delivering unparalleled value, not just through the projects I manage but through the strategic relationships I build, the teams I lead, and the long-term vision I help craft. Please drop me a line @ nikhil.khanolkar@gmail.com

Experience

Mahindra logistics

Deputy General Manager

Feb 2022Present · 4 yrs 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

  • At Mahindra Logistics, I lead the expansion of warehousing solutions for Mahindra Logistics at PAN India level focusing on acquiring bespoke and built-to-suit warehouses to optimize profitability. By collaborating with sales and solution design teams, I ensure that our warehousing solutions are tailored to meet customer-specific needs. I drive the identification of strategic land parcels and negotiate commercial deals for A-grade built-to-suit warehouses, aligning with MLL standards.
  • Furthermore, I oversee my team's efforts in site sourcing, agreement execution, renewals, contract terminations, and resolving operational challenges. My work is rooted in fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and ensuring alignment with the organization's long-term goals.
Property acquisitionWarehouse acquisitionTeamworkBusiness Relationship ManagementNegotiationReal Estate+1

Amazon

Real Estate, India Operations - Amazon Seller Services Pvt. Ltd.

Sep 2019Jan 2022 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

  • During this tenure, I led the site identification process, aligning with stakeholders, conducting prefeasibility studies, and overseeing initial legal due diligence for property shortlisting. I negotiated optimal rent with landlords and prepared lease documents for financial approval by cross-functional teams.
  • Moreover, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, I conducted thorough technical and legal due diligence on shortlisted properties, finalizing legal agreements to ensure smooth execution. I monitored landlord deliverables for timely site handovers to Amazon projects and managed end-to-end launches of fulfillment centers, sort centers, and delivery stations. I also re-negotiated rentals during COVID-19 for cost optimization and resolved escalated issues with external stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.
Real estate acquisitionMarket ResearchNegotiationAnalytic skillsInterpersonal skills

Mahindra agri solutions limited

Senior Business Development Manager

Jul 2018Aug 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • While working with Mahindra Agri Solution, I led market mapping to identify prime locations for opening SABORO Café, coordinating key stakeholder site visits and final decisions. I developed a regional expansion plan with P&L forecasts, aligning it with the national strategy. I built financial models to assess rent viability and negotiated property deals based on feasibility studies, tracking the site pipeline and addressing delays with backup plans.
  • Besides, in the snacking business, I secured leads and closed bulk orders for "Yum Bites," collaborating on product development, testing, and packaging. I drove B2B revenue through cut-fruit distribution, managing existing accounts and onboarding new clients
Business DevelopmentMarket ResearchNegotiationP&L management

Cafe coffee day

Senior Manager Business Development

Jul 2014Jun 2018 · 3 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  • At Café Coffee Day, I led the representation of Café Coffee Day formats (CCD Lounge, CCD Square) in the West region, ensuring targeted store openings within set timelines. I built and maintained a strong real estate pipeline, tracking upcoming developments and conducting market mapping to identify new trade areas for expansion. Collaborating with operations, I assessed store viability based on profitability and location. I negotiated and closed property agreements, coordinated with landlords for timely project execution, and handled property renewals, rent reductions, and the closure of underperforming outlets. I also conducted competition mapping to strategically position our stores.
Business DevelopmentNegotiationMarket Research

Yum! brands

Deputy Manager - Business Development

Sep 2012Jan 2014 · 1 yr 4 mos · Mumbai

Mcdonald's

Assistant Manager - Business Development

Sep 2010Aug 2012 · 1 yr 11 mos · Mumbai

Alok industries ltd

Property Manager

Nov 2008Jul 2010 · 1 yr 8 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Prozone enterprises pvt ltd

Assistant Manager - Tenant Relations

Nov 2005Oct 2008 · 2 yrs 11 mos · Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Education

University of Mumbai

MMS - Marketing

Jan 2003Jan 2005

University of Mumbai

Bachelor of Science (BSc) — Mathematics

Jan 1999Jan 2002

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