Franchise Development Director
About The Position
BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG) is headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI. BFG has grown to become one of the largest Home Services Franchisors in the World – with 14 Brands and nearly 3,000 Franchise Territories. BELFOR Franchise Group is seeking a Franchise Development Director to help grow the USA footprint. This talented individual will not only engage in and support a wide range of online and offline franchise development activities but also oversee initiatives that drive our brands forward by expanding the number of franchisees in our networks. The BELFOR Franchise Group Franchise Development Director will partner with franchise candidates as they progress through the qualification and license granting process. They will ensure that all requirements are met, and all documentation is received. They will need to interact with funding firms, CRM platforms, and mapping programs. Day to day, he or she will create or implement content, manage internal and external communications, as well as support all franchise development team efforts and initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a driven, curious, self-motivated, analytical, detail-oriented, strong writer/communicator who is highly efficient/productive. The candidate will also be excited about increasing brand awareness, motivated by numerical growth of the brand and have a strong desire to help entrepreneurs realize their dream of business ownership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- Proven Success in closing leads
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft and Google products including, but not limited to Microsoft Office, and G-Suite products
- Previous experience working with a CRM
- Strong Internet Knowledge/Skills, including social media
- Ability to Establish and Meet Deadlines and to quickly develop Clear Priorities.
- A Resourceful, Creative Problem-Solver
- Must Possess Strong Work Ethic, Strategic Thinking & Strong Executional Skills
- Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills in working with people one-on-one and in groups up to several hundred people
- Strong Ability to Communicate Clearly with fellow employees, third-party providers, franchisees, and partners
- Organizational and Time Management Skills to Manage Multiple Tasks with Multiple Candidates and Projects
Nice To Haves
- Past work experience in Franchise Development preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
- Have a thorough knowledge of BFG brands
- Manage the Lead Generation Process from Website, Portal, and other Lead Sources
- Network with Franchise Consultants to Generate Leads and Manage the Candidate Process
- Track Sales Process and Manage Lead Flow utilizing our Franchise Sales Software
- Guide the candidate experience (from the Initial Discovery Process to the Signing of Agreements)
- Participate in Meet the Team Days at Brand Headquarters
- Adhere to all Federal & State Regulations, Policies and Procedures
- Achieve Franchise Development Goals for Activity and Results
- Attend applicable Trade Shows and Conferences
- Work cross functionally with other BFG Brands, Brand President’s and Departments
- Update Consultant Sites – Keeping Contact & Content Information Current
- Collaborate on the Development of Consultant and Candidate Email Blasts & Mailings
- Manage Deal Announcements
Benefits
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
