Job Description

ESSENTAIL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As a Business Advisor/Field Support Specialist, you will play a key role traveling to visit all franchise stores within your assigned territories with the purpose of understanding and defining their needs.

Specific duties for the role include:

• Implementing franchisee store technical and marketing Set-up Program;40 hours technical/operations setup; 40 hours marketing setup; operation. training and marketing assessments.
• Improve processes by recommending operational changes.
• Increasing gross sales revenue & profitability in assigned region.
• Analyze financial records, including P&L statements and preparing business plans and setting goals.
• Identify opportunities for future business development and expansion.
• Evaluate and improve sales, marketing, and branding strategies.
• Understanding the Retail Sales environment and franchise lifecycle.
• Training and reinforcing the franchise model, system, and best practices.
• Compiling brand compliance data; reinforcing compliance.
• On-going learning of new and upcoming products for sales & brand awareness.
• Participating in regional meetings; completing, maintaining, and processing required paperwork for site visits.
• Maintains a high level of knowledge and skills in all areas of operations and training.
• Consults with franchisees to define needs or problem areas and develops solutions.
• Maintains regular communication between franchisee and Support Manager and/or corporate team.
• Follows up with franchisees on weekly/bi-weekly basis, virtually or in-person to ensure best results (min. 1 in-person visit/annually for every location in assigned region).
• Helps franchisees upgrade their image.
• Completes, maintains, and processes required paperwork, records, and daily reports.
• Maintains daily and weekly schedule in Microsoft Outlook (minimum of two weeks in advance).
• Travels minimum 50% in and outside region.

Qualifications

JOB REQUIREMENTS: As we continue to grow, so does our need for highly motivated individuals like you to join our Signarama team as full time Franchise Business Advisor/Field Support Specialist. With us, you’ll enjoy an environment with a great team of smart, motivated, innovative, and fun people. More than just another job, this is a fantastic opportunity to establish yourself and build a career in this globally expanding industry. If the thought of traveling excites you, have the discipline to thrive in a remote (apart from the home office) environment, and you have a desire for growth and entrepreneurial spirit– we may be the perfect fit for you. Contact us today!

**** Specific qualifications for this business development role include:

• Previous experience working as a Business Advisor in a related (preferably Sign) industry; experience in franchising a plus.
• Proficiency in analyzing budgets and P&L statements.
• Knowledge of retail marketing strategies and branding.
• Experience in project management and implementing best industry practices.
• Ability to advise on labor, vendor/supplier procurement challenges.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills toward efficiently communicating new business processes and procedures.

· Eligible driver’s license and valid automobile insurance

· Technical aptitude and ability to quickly pick up new technologies

· Exceptional problem-solving skills

· Proficient computer skills including MS Office products

· Schedule flexibility and willingness to travel minimum of 50%

· Experience with graphic design software, point-of-sale, and accounting software

** __****Once you become part of our amazing team of winners you’ll enjoy:**

· Competitive compensation

· Comprehensive training to hone your skills at our headquarters

· Travel opportunities

· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance coverage

· Short- and Long-term disability insurance

· Generous time off (PTO) and paid holidays

· 401(k) plan with company match

· Social gatherings and team building activities

· Leadership workshops for personal development

· Recognition for our top performers

· Philanthropy – a chance to give back to the community

Join us at United Franchise Group – a global leader for entrepreneurs!

** Apply now!**

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.