Franchise Consultant

Our client has an opportunity available for a Franchise Consultant based in Benoni.

Requirements:

• 5+ years Sales or Customer Relations experience.
• Matric with a Business degree or diploma or equivalent business experience.
• Exposure to franchise concepts and operations.
• Ability to read, analyse and interpret general business periodicals and technical procedures.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts and the ability to apply concepts of algebra and geometry.

Responsibilities:

• Visit each franchise operation on a regular basis.
• Advise franchises on all areas of marketing within the region.
• Provide training on all aspect of the business operations.
• Review revenue reports and ensure performance criteria is adhered to.
• Assist franchisees to analyze and interpret financial statements.
• Check correct equipment is being utilized in the franchised business and advise on the correct use of equipment and training.
• Ensure that the franchisee retains the minimum stock levels required by Head Office.
• Ensure that approved suppliers are used for product procurement.
• Advise on stock planning to achieve maximum sales and performance criteria.
• Advise the franchisees on staffing requirements in terms of number of staff per job function, qualifications and experience required and training of staff.
• Be aware of competitive activity in all franchised territories.
• Encourage and provide on-the-job training where necessary.
• Seek opportunities to grow network through franchise expansion.
• Provide information on all important activities in the area pertaining to politics, regional economics, crime statistics and more.