District Manager for Franchises (referred to as Business Development Managers)
BeaverTails Canada Inc., Canada
Job Description
Join our growing team as our iconic brand expands aggressively throughout Canada and the US! Our Business Development Managers serve as a link between Head Office and a designated group of franchise partners. You will assist them above all with sales growth but also specifically with operations, human resources, sales, compliance, budgeting, business planning, customer service, and local marketing initiatives. As an experienced Restaurant Operator, and perhaps former franchise owner, you will rely on your experience to compel our Franchise Partners to focus on the areas of largest return. We oversee stores throughout Canada and the US from our Montreal office. A large portion of your time will be spent in physical in-store visits as well as virtual video conference calls with the stores. You will also be provided with data from third party auditors and customer feedback aggregators to become closely familiar with the operations of each of the shops in your designated territory. You will work with the shops in your district to drive revenue, profits, performance, and efficiency.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Act as a liaison between the headquarters and the area’s branches by making regular visits and interacting with shop management
- Motivate each shop to run smoothly and meet their business plan and projected revenues
- Be responsible for operational standards of each shop
- Apply innovative approaches and techniques to maintain our marketing value and stay ahead of competitors
- Oversee and be directly involved in the corporate flagship training store located in Old Montreal
- Coordinate with, report and make recommendations to senior head office management in order to grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth
- Ensure that all projects are executed profitably and in compliance to standardised business practices
CORE VALUES
- You display passion
- You inspire others
- You exude a sense of fun
- You enjoy being fully engaged
- You love pressure
- You crave action
- You know how to finish the job
- You are committed to developing talent in members of the team
- You exhibit curiosity and enjoy adventure
- You’re organized
Requirements
- Proven ability as a District Manager to lead and motivate partners to execute on a common vision
- Ability to travel and be available evenings and weekends as required (we expect this to involve 1-2 weekends per month)
- Time management and planning / organizational skills
- Resourceful, you will be able to think on your feet when candidates ask tough questions
- Proficient computer skills (Zoho One, MS Office)
- You are a DOER; you favour execution and disdain drama
- Drive goals and results through active listening
- BA in business administration, sales or relevant field
- Entrepreneurial mindset and clear thinking
- Business development and strategy implementation knowledge
- Front line restaurant industry experience: bonus if this is in the snack space or if you had a franchise of your own
Benefits
- Iconic brand and unique product with a 43-year history of success
- Dynamic team in energetic growth mode, led by a seasoned Franchise Development professional
- Overall mentoring from seasoned executive team
- Paid personal days
- Group insurance plan
- Transit stipend to help absorb commuting costs
- Company laptop and cell phone plan offered during employment
- Partial Work-From-Home schedule with Flexible hours
- Fun working environment with professionally furbished cafe