Franchise Development Director

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.

POSITION SUMMARY:

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.

RESPONSIBILITY OVERVIEW:

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 key responsibilities for the Franchise Development Director include but are not limited to the following:

Franchise Development Candidate Development

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 Franchise Development Conventions & Trade Shows

Attend applicable Trade Shows and Conferences

Work cross functionally with other BFG Brands, Brand President's and Departments Consultant & Candidate Communications

Update Consultant Sites - Keeping Contact & Content Information Current

Collaborate on the Development of Consultant and Candidate Email Blasts & Mailings

Manage Deal Announcements SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

Other key competencies include:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Proven Success in closing leads

Past work experience in Franchise Development preferred, but not required

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 ENVIRONMENTAL JOB REQUIREMENTS & BENEFITS:

Position is on-site at the BFG headquarters in Ann Arbor, MI

Fast-paced Office Environment where temperature, ventilation and lighting are controlled

Moderate Noise Level

Regular use of Computer and other Office Equipment

Communication with franchise Development Team, Marketing Team and Franchisees

Travel 10-20%

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

DISCLAIMER:

*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. The list is not exhaustive of all the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.