Franchise Development Manager

Hair Rap By Yoyo; Ahmedabad; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Hair Rap By Yoyo is seeking a Franchise Development Manager to expand our Ahmedabad franchise network, qualify partners, and drive end-to-end sales processes. You will design business plans, coordinate lead generation, and ensure onboarding aligns with brand standards.

You will also develop and deliver training programs for new partners, collaborating with marketing and operations to maintain a robust pipeline and strong franchisee relationships. This on-site role requires travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience in franchise sales, franchising, negotiations, and agreements.
• Ability to plan business growth, lead generation, and pipeline development.
• Experience in designing and delivering training for onboarding and ongoing performance.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills.
• Experience in retail, beauty, salon, or service industries is preferred; knowledge of franchise operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing or equivalent experience.
• On-site work in Ahmedabad and travel as needed; capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Expand the HAIR RAP BY YOYO franchise network and qualify potential partners.
• Manage end-to-end franchise sales processes and onboarding.
• Develop and execute business plans for new locations; coordinate lead generation.
• Deliver training programs for new franchise partners to ensure brand standards and service quality.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams; maintain franchisee relationships.

Skills

Franchise sales

Franchising

Business planning

Lead generation

Training design

Stakeholder management

Retail/beauty industry knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Marketing

Job description

Company Description

HAIR RAP BY YOYO is a trendsetting salon brand known for delivering highly creative and personalized hair services. Founded by YoYo, a respected hairstylist who built a career through continuous learning in leading academies and top salons in India and abroad, the brand is rooted in artistic excellence and dedication to craft. After gaining international exposure, YoYo returned to India to refine holistic hairdressing methods and create exceptional client experiences. In 2022, the salon was established under the name HAIR RAP BY YOYO, quickly becoming a recognized destination for premium hair services in Ahmedabad. The brand continues to grow, focusing on innovation, client satisfaction, and long-term industry leadership.

Role Description

The Franchise Development Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Ahmedabad, responsible for expanding the HAIR RAP BY YOYO franchise network. This role involves identifying and qualifying potential franchise partners, managing end-to-end franchise sales processes, and supporting prospects through discovery, evaluation, and onboarding. The Franchise Development Manager will develop and execute business plans for new franchise locations, coordinate lead generation campaigns, and maintain a robust pipeline of franchise inquiries. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting meetings and presentations with potential partners, collaborating with marketing and operations teams, and ensuring franchisees understand brand standards and operational requirements. The role also includes designing and delivering training programs for new franchise partners to promote consistent service quality and brand experience across all locations.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Franchise Sales and Franchising, including experience managing franchise inquiries, negotiations, and agreements.
• Candidates should possess skills in Business Planning and Lead Generation, with the ability to build growth strategies, analyze markets, and develop pipelines of qualified prospects.
• Candidates should possess skills in Training, with experience designing and delivering programs that support franchisee onboarding and ongoing performance.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build long-term partnerships.
• Experience in retail, beauty, salon, or service-based industries is preferred, along with knowledge of franchise operations and compliance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is desirable, or equivalent professional experience in franchise development or business expansion.
• Ability to work on-site in Ahmedabad, travel as needed for franchise meetings, and manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.