Franchising

Summary
The Franchising job family seeks to expand an organization’s presence through the establishment of franchises. Job holders work with prospective franchise owners, walk them through the process of setting up new franchises and help current franchise owners to operate more efficiently. They also communicate organization policies to franchise owners and assist with implementation.

Typical Activities

  • Visits franchised dealers to stimulate interest in establishment or expansion of leasing programs.
  • Maintains a professional relationship with franchise owners, providing support and assistance.

Synonyms or related job titles

Franchising Manager, Specialist Franchise Management, Franchisor

Summary

The Franchise management job family oversees the development and implementation of an organization’s franchise strategy and plans. Job holders coordinate each step of a franchise sale, including market research, sourcing, budgeting, and staffing. They are responsible for assisting new franchise owners with site selection. They also maintain a professional relationship with franchise owners, ensuring consistency across the brand.

Typical activities

  • Researches and identifies markets that are ideal for brand expansion through franchises.
  • Coordinates each step of a franchise sale with new franchise owners, including budgeting and staffing.
  • Assists new franchise owners with site selection and approval.

Synonyms or related job titles

Franchise Administration, Franchise System Management

Summary
The Franchise Operations job family develops and maintains relationships with franchise owners and assist them with specialized services and guidance in their respective areas of expertise. These areas may range from labor costs to safety and customer relations. Job holders not only solve their clients’ issues but also ensure that all policies are met in the process.

Typical Activities

  • Maintains relationships with franchise owners, focusing on their area of expertise.
  • Assists franchisees with various issues and situations related to the franchise’s operations, including quality control, customer relations, labor cost control, expense control, safety, and more.
  • Ensures all franchises in their purview follow franchise policies and procedures.

Synonyms or related job titles

Franchisee Support Specialist

Summary
The Franchise Sales / Recruiting job family is responsible for identifying and acquiring new franchisees and establishments according to the company’s expansion goals. 

Job holders conduct market research and develop targeted methods that attract qualified franchisee prospects. They work to identify and qualify potential franchisees, provide them with information about the franchise opportunity, and assist them through the franchisee application process. They also work closely with the Franchise Operations job family to ensure a smooth transition for new franchisees.

Typical Activities

  • Interviews, screens, and evaluates prospective franchise owners, determining who should be pursued.
  • May walk new franchise owners through the sales process, assisting in various capacities.

Synonyms or related job titles

Franchise Sales Manager

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