Franchise Manager - Captive Markets (Western Cape) at Famous Brands

Main Outputs and Responsibilities for This Position

• Assist with the development and implementation of franchisee specific business plans and budgets.
• Interpret monthly management accounts, benchmark and suggest corrective actions where necessary.
• Protect brand integrity via implementation and measurement of Standards of Operations Programmes. Identify and communicate formal training needs to the skills trainer for training intervention.
• Monitor and feedback information about competitor activity and pricing within his/her region.
• Identify in-store training needs and implement OJT (on the job training) interventions and coaching.
• Assist franchisee in selecting and formulating locality marketing plans in order to increase brand awareness and grow their business.
• Ensure implementation of national marketing campaigns.  
• Enforce correct use of all supporting elements i.e. point of sale, premiums etc.
• Act as brand custodian and ensure brand integrity is always protected via adherence to all requirements across key functions namely, Operations, Development, HR, and Marketing.
• Drive the Menu matric accuracy ongoing
• Assist marketing team with menu launches and product development
• Participate in annual Business Plans and Marketing plans development

Requirements

Formal Education

• Minimum Matric, preferably related tertiary food service qualification.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years franchising experience in similar role – Preferred.
• Good knowledge of food service industry, preferably CDR categories.
• Strong financial and computer literacy.