Business/Operations Advisor - Signarama

United Franchise Group

Business/Operations Advisor - Signarama

Newark, NJ +2 locations
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    ESSENTAIL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    As a Business/Operations Advisor 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:

    • Implements franchisee store startup program: 40 hours technical setup; 40 hours marketing setup; operation training and marketing assessments.
    • Maintains a high level of knowledge and skills in all areas of operations and training.
    • Instructs franchisees and store employees on software packages and the safe operation of equipment and products.
    • Consults with franchisees to ascertain and define needs or problem areas and determines scope of investigation required to obtain solutions.
    • Compiles brand compliance data and 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).
    • 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.
    • Participating in regional meetings; completing, maintaining, and processing required paperwork for site visits.
    • Maintains regular communication between franchisee, Support Manager and corporate team.
    • Follows up with franchisees on a regular, virtually or in-person, to ensure best results (min. 1 in-person visit/annually for every location in assigned region).
    • Travels minimum 50% in and outside region.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must have strong industry knowledge and experience with production, industrial equipment, and the signage industry. The individual must also have a basic knowledge of sales and marketing.

    Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

    Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages. Ability to read, understand, and interpret a P&L statement.

    To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, graphic design software, point-of-sale (POS) software, and accounting software.

    Eligible Driver's License, Valid Automobile Insurance. Available and Reliable Transportation

    ** __****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 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.

  • Locations
    Denver, CO • Newark, NJ • Pittsburgh, PA