Franchise & Business Development Manager

Smart Reader® Worldwide Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Franchise & Business Development Manager. You will be responsible for developing and executing strategies for franchise expansion, managing the entire development process, and conducting market research to identify growth opportunities. The ideal candidate should have 5 years of experience in franchise or business development, strong negotiation skills, and a willingness to travel. This role offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in franchise development, business development, or sales.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding growth targets.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute franchise and business expansion strategies.
• Identify and recruit potential franchise partners.
• Manage the end-to-end franchise development process.
• Conduct market research for new territories.
• Build relationships with franchisees and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with teams for successful franchise launches.
• Monitor franchise performance for sustainable growth.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Market analysis

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

FRANCHISE & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Develop and execute franchise and business expansion strategies aligned with company goals.

Identify, evaluate, and recruit potential franchise partners and investors.

Manage the end-to-end franchise development process, from lead generation to onboarding.

Conduct market research to identify new territories and growth opportunities.

Build and maintain strong relationships with franchisees and key stakeholders.

Collaborate with marketing, operations, and legal teams to ensure successful franchise launches.

Monitor franchise performance and support sustainable growth.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Management, or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in franchise development, business development, or sales.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding growth targets.
• Ability to analyse market trends and financial data.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Self-motivated with a result-oriented mindset.
• Experience in franchise education is an advantage.

Application Questions

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a business development manager?