Franchise Consultant – 18 Month Contract

Kumon North America; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational company is seeking a Franchise Consultant in Vancouver. In this role, you will support franchisees, drive their success, and ensure high standards at multiple locations. You will need a Bachelor’s Degree and 2-4 years of experience in service management or consulting. This fixed-term contract also requires extensive travel throughout British Columbia, evaluating franchises and promoting growth. If you're passionate about education and ready to make an impact, apply today.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Flexible travel opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in multi-unit service management or business consulting.
• Ability to travel extensively to support multiple centres in British Columbia.
• Proven ability to motivate people and drive results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 20-30 Kumon locations within your assigned region.
• Perform frequent evaluations and follow-up visits to ensure centres meet company goals.
• Provide sound operational and financial advice to improve centre profitability.
• Assist franchisees with the opening of new centres.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Time management

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Why Join Kumon?

At Kumon, we don’t just help students achieve academic success; we empower them to reach their full potential. As a Franchise Consultant, you’ll be a key player in supporting franchisees to excel, ensuring centres maintain high standards of instruction, and expanding Kumon’s presence within your territory. If you are passionate about education, enjoy working in a dynamic environment, and want to make a meaningful impact, this role is for you!

What We Offer:

• Hybrid Work Model: the role offers a work schedule with 1 day per week in office to collaborate with team members.
• Inspiring Mission: Join a company that’s dedicated to empowering children and creating brighter futures.

• Flexibility: Work in a role that allows travel and interaction with multiple locations, giving you dynamic and diverse work experience. Ability to travel extensively within British Columbia.

About the Role:

• Fixed Term Contract: 18 months
• Drive Success for Franchisees: Provide guidance to Kumon Franchisee Instructors, ensuring their centres meet and exceed performance standards.
• Build Relationships: Regularly visit franchise centres to evaluate operational, instructional, and brand standards while offering strategic advice on improving profitability.
• Promote Growth: Develop your assigned market areas by supporting existing centres and facilitating the opening of new ones.
• Deliver Expert Support: Assist franchisees with training, parent communication, and operational strategies that improve centre performance.
• Analyze and Act: Assess market conditions, evaluate local competition, and develop strategies to keep franchisees competitive and aligned with Kumon’s brand values.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Experience: 2-4 years of experience in multi-unit service management or business consulting.
• Skills: Ability to build strong relationships, excellent communication, time management, and prioritization skills.
• Road Warrior: Ability to travel extensively to support multiple centres in British Columbia.
• Motivator: Proven ability to motivate people, instill accountability, and drive results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee 20-30 Kumon locations within your assigned region.
• Perform frequent evaluations and follow-up visits to ensure centres meet company goals.
• Provide sound operational and financial advice to improve centre profitability.
• Assist franchisees with the opening of new centres, ensuring smooth and timely launches.
• Develop strategies to enhance franchisee competitiveness in local markets, monitor performance, and implement best practices.

Location Requirement:

This role is based in Burnaby, BC and requires frequent travel within British Columbia.

Join Us in Making a Difference!

If you’re ready to take on a dynamic role that allows you to directly impact educational success, apply today to become a Franchise Consultant at Kumon. Together, we’ll continue to inspire and empower students, collaboratively with our Kumon centres.

Kumon Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Kumon is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are valued and celebrated. We believe that all employees should be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. Kumon strives to create a workplace culture that fosters respect, fairness, and inclusivity for all. We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply for our job openings and welcome everyone to join our team.