Vice President of Franchise Development

Summary

Join our team as the Vice President of Franchise Development and lead the strategic expansion of our franchise network. This role involves identifying and recruiting new franchisees, driving growth, and ensuring the long-term success of our franchisees. You will develop and execute strategic plans, analyze market trends, and oversee franchisee support and training. Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, along with a deep understanding of franchise operations and business development. Success in this role requires collaboration with senior leadership and the ability to manage and mentor a team.

Requirements

• Proven track record in franchise development and expansion
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a team
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Deep understanding of franchise operations, marketing, and business development
• Experience in developing and executing strategic plans for growth
• Ability to analyze market trends and make data-driven decisions
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a strategic plan for recruiting new franchise partners and expanding the brand’s footprint
• Identify new markets for expansion and assess industry trends to capitalize on growth opportunities
• Oversee the creation of training programs, ongoing support, and operational systems to ensure franchisee success
• Build and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with franchisees to ensure alignment with brand standards and operational goals
• Lead franchise marketing initiatives and collaborate on lead generation strategies to attract high-quality franchise candidates
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure franchise development goals align with overall business objectives and brand vision
• Establish and track KPIs to measure the success of the franchise development program and ensure growth targets are met