Store Expansion Associate; Proficient Mandarin

About TESO Group

Founded in 2017 in New York, TESO Group is an Asian-inspired lifestyle retail company bringing premium Asian products and culture to the U.S. market. With brands including TESO LIFE, TESO X, and TESO Mini, we offer a curated mix of beauty, snacks, home goods, and trendy collectibles—delivering quality, value, and a unique shopping experience.

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and proactive Store Expansion Associate to join our Store Expansion team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting daily research and communication with landlords, contractors, and vendors
. This position requires strong analytical and problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently
.

• Research and communicate/negotiate (
  daily by phone/email ) with landlords, contractors, and vendors to facilitate store openings, renovations, and relocations.
• Track, maintain, and process expansion project documents, including lease agreements, permits, and construction timelines.
• Provide general administrative support to the Store Expansion Manager and team.
• Assist in the budgeting and cost‑tracking process for expansion projects.

• Detail‑oriented, good at negotiation, quick to respond, able to solve problems independently, works efficiently, fast learner, and can handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Some background or work experience in real estate, insurance, or legal concepts is preferred but not required.
• Professional fluency in Mandarin and English is required.