Sales Coordinator (QSR Industry)

Innovative Food Brands Ltd.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a Franchise Lead Generator/Coordinator to manage franchise inquiries and generate leads. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently. You will collaborate with internal teams, maintain candidate files, and promote franchise opportunities at events. If you have a passion for healthy food options and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills required.
• Ability to interpret legal documents like franchise agreements.

Responsibilities

• Responding to franchise inquiries within 24 hours.
• Qualifying franchise candidates and progressing them through the franchise process.
• Sourcing new lead avenues and recommending process improvements.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Self-Motivation

Team Orientation

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

Job Description: Franchise Lead Generator/Coordinator

Innovative Food Brands Ltd. (IFB) is an independent company managing and franchising The Chopped Leaf. Our vision is to offer healthier options globally, efficiently.

We are seeking a Franchise Lead Generator/Coordinator to join our team, reporting to the Franchise Development Manager. The role involves handling franchise inquiries from prospective franchisees, following up to advance leads through our process, and sourcing new lead generation opportunities via marketing efforts. Key responsibilities include:

1. Responding to franchise inquiries within 24 hours (excluding weekends).
2. Qualifying franchise candidates and progressing them through the franchise process.
3. Providing timely information to candidates, representing IFB with integrity.
4. Supporting and enforcing franchise criteria and brand messaging.
5. Maintaining candidate files and database updates.
6. Following up with cold or lapsed leads.
7. Coordinating meetings with candidates and promoting franchise opportunities at industry events.
8. Sourcing new lead avenues and recommending process improvements.
9. Researching competitors' franchising initiatives.
10. Collaborating with internal departments as needed.
11. Performing other duties as required.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Post-secondary education in a related field.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills; Salesforce proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to interpret legal documents like franchise agreements.
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Self-motivation and independence.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Team orientation and excellent communication skills.
• A positive attitude and flexibility to travel within Canada and the U.S. for trade shows and networking events.

If interested, please send your resume to [e-mail]. We promote equal employment opportunities and accommodations for candidates with disabilities upon request.