Director of Franchise Development
About The Position
French Florist, a leading floral business in Los Angeles, is expanding through franchising and seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Franchise Development. Reporting to the Vice President, Franchising, this role will spearhead franchise growth initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of franchise sales, process improvement, and franchise system success, with experience in a startup environment. This individual will assist with strategy, execute tasks to achieve results, and be comfortable navigating the dynamic challenges of a growing business. This is a full-time position requiring exclusive dedication to French Florist.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in franchise development or sales, preferably with emerging franchise experience.
- Proven track record of successful franchise growth and relationship management.
- Strong understanding of franchise laws and regulations.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with diverse teams.
- Proficient in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be able to travel to Southern CA monthly for Discovery Days.
Nice To Haves
- MBA a plus.
- Experience thriving in a startup environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive franchise development strategies aligned with start-up franchise growth objectives.
- Improve and execute the franchise sales process, guiding prospective franchisees from initial inquiry through to the execution of franchise agreements.
- Build and nurture strong relationships with current and prospective franchisees, proactively addressing their needs and concerns.
- Represent French Florist at industry events and conferences, promoting franchise opportunities and enhancing brand visibility.
Benefits
- $135,000 - $150,000/year salary base, plus commission for each franchise sold (5% Commission on Deals; 6% over $1m, 7% over $1.4m)
- Paid time off
- Professional development allowances
- Employee stock option eligibility after one year
- Opportunity to play a key role in shaping a fast-growing franchise system
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
